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Hyperion Tree

What is hyperion tree?

· Emily Grant

Key facts

Species Sequoia sempervirens[2]
Location Redwood National Park, California, USA[1]
Height 116.07 m[1]
Age 600 to 800 years[2]
Discovery date 25 August 2006[1]

Hyperion is a coast redwood (*Sequoia sempervirens*) in California, recognized as the world’s tallest known living tree, measured at 116.07 meters in 2019.

Context

Hyperion is a coast redwood (*Sequoia sempervirens*) in California, recognized as the world’s tallest known living tree [2]. It stands in Redwood National Park and was measured at 116.07 meters in 2019 [1]. The tree is estimated to be 600 to 800 years old [2]. Its exact location is kept secret to protect it [1]. Hyperion is a notable example of the sequoia species, which can reach extraordinary heights.

Documented claims

  • Hyperion is the world’s tallest known living tree. [2]
  • Its exact location is kept secret for protection. [1]

Related

TreeHyperion is a tree, so linking to the general tree article helps readers understand what a tree is.Sequoia TreeHyperion is a sequoia, so linking to the sequoia article provides more specific information about this type of tree.

Questions and answers

Is Hyperion still the tallest tree?

Yes, Hyperion is recognized as the world’s tallest known living tree, with a height of 116.07 meters as of 2019 [1].

Why is Hyperion kept secret?

Hyperion’s exact location is kept secret to protect it from damage and disturbance [1].

How tall is Hyperion?

Hyperion measures 116.07 meters tall, as recorded in 2019 [1].

Sources

  1. Hyperion - World's Tallest Tree — famousredwoods.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Hyperion (tree) Facts for Kids — kids.kiddle.co (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Nature