Dawn Redwoods—Where to See This Thought-to-Be-Extinct Sequoia in Michigan

A once thought-to-be-extinct sequoia tree is cropping up all over Michigan.

I know, when you read 'sequoia', you probably think of California. But, because of the interesting history of the dawn redwood, you'll find sequoia trees all over the Mitten State.

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It was thought to be extinct, but was rediscovered in China in the 1940s and has since been planted all over the world, including here in Michigan.

What Does a Dawn Redwood Look Like?

Although it belongs to the sequoia family, it is actually the smallest of the bunch, only reaching about 100 feet tall compared to its giant California relatives.

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TikTok user @discover4x4adventures found some sequoia to show us at Lake Bluff Farms in Manistee. Check out the video below.

But that's not the only place you can see sequoia in Michigan.

Where Can You Find Sequoia Trees in Michigan?

Dawn redwoods have been planted in several locations throughout Michigan and thrive in parks, botanical gardens, and even on college campuses.

One of the most well-known is at Michigan State University, where a massive dawn redwood stands tall, even after being struck by lightning!

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There are 11 of these trees throughout Michigan, but only four are on public land, here's where you can find them;

• Lake Bluff Farms in Manistee
• MSU Beal Botanical Garden in East Lansing
• Centennial Park in Holland

If you haven't seen a dawn sequoia in person, take a trip to one of these Michigan spots — you won't regret it!