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The Palm and the Pine
A century-old landmark just south of Madera. TVA stands on the same sand and is proud to honor the trees that have welcomed travelers home for generations.
Halfway Between North and South
In the 1920s a Deodar Cedar and a Canary Island Date Palm were planted along Highway 99 just south of Madera. The pine, native to the north, and the palm, native to the south, were placed together to mark the halfway point of California. The two trees have stood side by side for more than a century, a quiet symbol of the place TVA calls home.
Historic 99: The Pine and the Palm
Read the full history of the landmark and learn how Historic Highway 99 Association is working to preserve it.
Visit historic99.orgHistory Along US 99: The Palm and the Pine
Watch the short documentary on the two trees and the highway that connected California.
Watch on YouTubeRooted in Madera
From the Landon Sand Courts to the trees on Highway 99, TVA is proud to call this valley home. Come train with us.