22/11/2025
Tunnel Log in Sequoia National Park is a fallen giant sequoia that came down naturally in 1937. Instead of cutting it up and removing it, the Civilian Conservation Corps carved a tunnel straight through its massive trunk so the road could remain open. This giant once stood around 275 feet tall and about 21 feet wide, and it’s estimated to have been over 2,000 years old when it fell. Today, it’s one of the park’s most iconic roadside stops and a fun reminder of just how massive giant sequoias truly are.
Crescent Meadow Road, which leads to Tunnel Log, is usually open from late spring through fall, giving visitors the chance to drive right through the tunnel if their vehicle is under the height limit (8 feet tall and 17 feet wide). In winter months, the road isn’t plowed and is closed to vehicles, so you can’t drive there, but you can still reach Tunnel Log by hiking from the Giant Forest Museum. Even in winter, it’s a beautiful walk - and seeing Tunnel Log surrounded by snow makes the experience even more magical. 🌲
