John Adams (tree) explained

John Adams, also known as just Adams, is a giant sequoia located within the Giant Forest Grove of Sequoia National Park, California. The tree was named after John Adams, the 2nd president of the United States. The tree is the thirteenth largest giant sequoia in the world.[1]

Description

The trunk of Adams features a large triangular burn scar on its north face.[1]

Dimensions

Height above base[2] 250.6feet
Circumference at ground83.3feet
Estimated bole volume38956ft3

See also

References

36.5699°N -118.754°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Adams Tree - Famous Redwoods. famousredwoods.com. 2019-11-06.
  2. Web site: The Largest Giant Sequoias by Trunk Volume. December 2012. National Park Service - Sequoia and Kings Canyon. 5 November 2019.