How big is General Sherman tree?
For this comparison, General Sherman tree measures 83.8 m in height (274.9 ft). Published tree height; this is one named living tree.
The tallest tree and the largest tree by volume are different records.
Put the measurement in perspective
The recorded height is 49.294 times the height of A 1.70 m person (1.7 m). This is a ratio of the labelled linear dimensions. It does not describe weight, area or volume.
Use the interactive comparison to see both drawings on one shared scale. You can choose another reference or enter your own height. If the sizes are very far apart, the smaller object may be almost invisible; an intermediate reference makes the progression easier to inspect.
Measurement source
Official park, science or tourism authority
The note above explains the specific value selected. Drawings are schematic; the stated measurement determines the scale. Report a measurement issue.
Check the convention
Summit elevation is relative to sea level; tree height and waterfall drop use a local vertical reference. The entry’s measurement note specifies which quantity is being compared.
Read our methodology for the selection and scoring rules. Practise these dimensions in the nature size guessing game.