The tallest living tree species is the coast redwood (Sequoiadendron giganteum). These remarkable trees can reach heights of over 379 feet (115 meters) and are native to the coastal regions of Northern California and Southern Oregon. The tallest known living redwood, named Hyperion, was discovered in 2006 and stands at an impressive height of 379.7 feet (115.7 meters). Coast redwoods thrive in the moist, foggy climate of their habitat, and their impressive stature makes them an iconic symbol of the American West, attracting nature lovers and tourists from around the world.