Coast Redwood Day

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Trees
Epic Trees
Trees on Earth
Earth & Environment
Month
July
Rule
July 27
Day of Year
July 27
Calendar Date

Coast Redwood Tree Day

Coast Redwood Tree Day, observed on July 27, honors the tallest trees on Earth. Rising like natural skyscrapers into the coastal fog, coast redwoods inspire awe with their height, resilience, and quiet grandeur.

This day celebrates the living giants that define the misty forests of the Pacific Coast and remind us of nature’s breathtaking scale.

 

All About the Coast Redwood

The coast redwood is scientifically known as Sequoia sempervirens.

Where It Grows

  • Northern California

  • Southern Oregon

  • Coastal regions influenced by ocean fog

These trees thrive in moist, temperate climates where fog provides essential hydration during dry summers.

Size & Characteristics

  • Height: Over 350 feet tall (the tallest trees on Earth)

  • Trunk: Tall, straight, and reddish-brown

  • Bark: Thick, fibrous, and fire-resistant

  • Leaves: Evergreen, flat needle-like foliage

  • Lifespan: 1,000–2,000+ years

Some individual coast redwoods are older than many civilizations and continue to grow slowly year after year.

 

What Makes the Coast Redwood Epic?

🌲 The Tallest Trees on Earth
No other species grows higher into the sky.

🌲 Fog Harvesters
They absorb moisture from coastal fog through their needles.

🌲 Ancient Survivors
Some have lived for two millennia.

🌲 Ecosystem Builders
Their forests support ferns, wildlife, birds, and complex canopy ecosystems.

🌲 Natural Cathedrals
Walking among them feels reverent and humbling.

 

 

Why July 27?

Juy is peak summer along the Pacific Coast, when fog rolls through redwood forests in dramatic waves. Coast Redwood Tree Day highlights the beauty of these towering giants during one of their most visually stunning seasons.

 

How to Celebrate Coast Redwood Tree Day

🌳 Visit a redwood forest or local arboretum
📸 Capture photos of towering trunks disappearing into fog
🌎 Support forest conservation and old-growth preservation
📚 Learn about sustainable forestry and redwood ecology
🌱 Plant a tree in honor of ancient forest guardians

 

How Coast Redwood Tree Day Unites Tree Lovers

Coast redwoods draw visitors from around the world. Their immense height, ancient presence, and serene forest environments create shared wonder among hikers, conservationists, photographers, and families alike.