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Kings Canyon National Park

Trek to the Nation’s Christmas Tree is a virtual visit in 2020

December 24, 2020 By John Elliott Leave a Comment

Trek to the Nation

  In what should have been the 94th annual Trek to the Nation's Christmas Tree, the pandemic ensured that the 2020 Trek to the General Grant Tree in Kings Canyon National Park was a virtual visit. Since the annual Trek to the Tree, started by … [Read more...] about Trek to the Nation’s Christmas Tree is a virtual visit in 2020

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Kings Canyon National Park: Hiking and touring

April 19, 2019 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

What to see in Kings Canyon whether walking or driving... HIKING Grant Tree parking lot to North Grove Loop This is a 1.5-mile trail that escapes the busy-ness of the General Grant Tree area. It offers a close look at the giant sequoias as well as a … [Read more...] about Kings Canyon National Park: Hiking and touring

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From (A)lta to (Z)umwalt: 20 things to do in Three Rivers and Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks

April 19, 2019 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

1. Alta Peak It’s the peak that is seen directly up-canyon from Three Rivers. The peak, at 11,204 feet above sea level, is easily accessible via a 7.5-mile (12 kilometers) trail that begins in the Wolverton area of Sequoia National Park. Allow an entire day … [Read more...] about From (A)lta to (Z)umwalt: 20 things to do in Three Rivers and Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks

Filed Under: Archives, Kings Canyon National Park, Mineral King, Sequoia National Park Tagged With: California, ings canyon national park, mineral king, national parks, Sequoia National Park, Three Rivers

Sequoia-Kings Canyon: Frequently asked questions

April 19, 2019 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

How much does it cost to enter the national parks? Unless you have a public lands pass, the fee collected at the entrance station at Sequoia or Kings Canyon is $35 per vehicle. This paid fee provides access for seven days to Sequoia National Park, Kings … [Read more...] about Sequoia-Kings Canyon: Frequently asked questions

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Sequoia-Kings Canyon: Travel advice and information

April 19, 2019 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

During holiday periods, on weekends, and every day in the summer and early fall, it is best to arrive at the Sequoia National Park entrance station before 10 a.m. to avoid long lines. On the busiest days, the line of cars waiting to enter Sequoia National Park … [Read more...] about Sequoia-Kings Canyon: Travel advice and information

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Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and between the parks: What is where

April 19, 2019 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

SEQUOIA: Ash Mountain (elev. 1,500 ft. / 457 m.)             -Sequoia entrance station             -Historic “Indian head” sign (stop here for photos)             -Park headquarters             -Foothills Visitor Center             -Picnic … [Read more...] about Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and between the parks: What is where

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