Two types of iconic sequoia trees have grown tall and strong in a surprising place: Michigan. One was believed to be extinct less than 100 years ago. The other is the largest living thing on Earth.

New Jersey’s Department of Environmental Protection wants to find the next biggest tree in the state. It hosted its kick off Big Tree Hunt on May 4 in Jackson and will award the top three trees ...

The biggest trees in Michigan are still being discovered. Sixteen new state champion tree contenders were submitted to the recent Michigan Big Tree Hunt, which goes to show that there are still ...

When you think about big trees, likely what comes to mind are some of the Earth’s biggest trees, like giant sequoias or redwoods, which can grow to roughly 25 stories tall. But big trees are actually ...

View state and national champion trees and learn special care techniques at Maymont, Richmond’s historic park. Then tour the Dragon Run on the Middle Peninsula to discuss bald cypress trees and old ...

Elise Scripps is worried about a tree. Eight years ago — before anyone imagined that California’s wildfires could get so bad — the San Jose naturalist volunteered as a docent at Big Basin Redwoods ...

The bigger they are, the harder they fall, right? When we lose big trees — the majestic and memorable — it hits us hard because we know it takes decades or even centuries for trees to reach those ...

Michigan residents can participate in the 16th Biennial Michigan Big Tree Hunt contest until August 22nd. Participants can submit photos of the largest trees they find for a chance to win prizes.