Sequoia National Forest
| Sequoia National Forest | |
|---|---|
Gothic Arch aka Alta Twin Sequoia Trees in Sequoia National Park | |
Interactive map of Sequoia National Forest | |
| Location | Tulare / Kern / Fresno counties, California, US |
| Nearest city | Bakersfield, CA / Porterville, CA |
| Coordinates | 36°2′24″N 118°30′16″W / 36.04000°N 118.50444°W |
| Area | 1,193,315 acres (4,829.17 km2) |
| Established | 1908 |
| Governing body | U.S. Forest Service |
| Website | Sequoia National Forest |
Sequoia National Forest is a U.S. national forest located in the southern Sierra Nevada mountains of California. It is named for the majestic Giant Sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) trees which populate 38 distinct groves within its boundaries. Part of the natural area is old-growth forest and recognized by the Old-Growth Forest Network.
The Giant Sequoia National Monument is located in the national forest. Other notable features include glacier-carved landscapes and impressive granite monoliths. The Needles are a series of granite spires atop a narrow ridge above the Kern River. Forest Service headquarters are located in Porterville, California. There are local ranger district offices in Dunlap, Kernville, Lake Isabella, and Springville.