What to see in Sequoia whether walking or driving… HIKING Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are 95 percent wilderness, meaning there are more trees and trails than roads and buildings. In total, there are more than 800 miles of trails within the … [Read more...] about Sequoia 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
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
Sequoia-Kings Canyon: Frequently asked questions
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
Sequoia-Kings Canyon: Travel advice and information
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
Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and between the parks: What is where
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
Sequoia-Kings Canyon superintendent completes Grand Canyon assignment
When you’re adept at what you do and passionate about who you work for, sometimes your superiors call on you to help address problems elsewhere. Filling in where he was needed this time, Woody Smeck, superintendent of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, … [Read more...] about Sequoia-Kings Canyon superintendent completes Grand Canyon assignment