The Mineral King Road is 140 years old as of 2019. When it first opened on August 21, 1879, it was a toll road; a horse and buggy had to pay $1.50 for the privilege of traveling the steep, rugged, narrow road. Fast forward to 2019 and a carload of visitors … [Read more...] about 10 reasons to explore the Mineral King Road
Mineral King
A 19th century summit of Sawtooth Peak
This article was written by Phil Winser of the Kaweah Colony about a trip to Mineral King in August 1891. After supper, on the evening of August 15, Comrades Westervelt, Clark, Winser, Al Redstone, Albie Martin, Ralph Hopping, and Willie Purdy, … [Read more...] about A 19th century summit of Sawtooth Peak
From (A)lta to (Z)umwalt: 20 things to do in Three Rivers and Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks
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