Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Road conditions change frequently. Chains may be required. Expect construction delays of up to 2 hrs + night work. The road between the parks is CLOSED thru 4/1/12. Info: 559-565-3341 (press 1, 1, 1).
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Welcome to a Land of Giants

This landscape testifies to nature's size, beauty, and diversity - huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world's largest trees!

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks lie side by side in the southern Sierra Nevada, east of the San Joaquin Valley. Visitor activities vary by season and elevation (1,370' to 14,494').

Road Construction in Progress

During your visit, you may encounter delays due to road construction in Sequoia National Park. Delays can be up to 2 hours on weekdays, and as long as 20 minutes on weekends. Road construction is expected to last through May 2012.

The construction zone is a steep and winding, one-lane section of the Generals Highway between Hospital Rock Picnic Area and the Giant Forest Museum. Vehicles longer than 22 feet (6.7 m) are prohibited. For vehicles towing trailers, the combined length must not exceed 22 feet. Longer vehicles should come through the Kings Canyon entrance on Highway 180.

Check the road construction schedule on our News Releases page to minimize your waiting time and maximize your fun.

In addition, read our Road Conditions page before your visit. Winter conditions may exist even in May and June. When roads are passable, they may be snowy or icy. Tire chains may be required at any time for all vehicles.

Planning Your Visit

Park visitation is busiest during July through September and on holiday weekends.

Traveling to Sequoia & Kings Canyon
Planning wilderness travel
Current conditions (roads, trails, weather)
Where to stay (campgrounds, lodging)
Activities
Ride the Giant Forest Shuttle
Regulations & safety information

Write to

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
47050 Generals Highway
Three Rivers, CA 93271-9700

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Phone

Visitor Information
(559) 565-3341

Wilderness Information
(559) 565-3766

Fax

(559) 565-3730

Climate

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks range from 1,370' to 14,494' in elevation, and conditions can vary dramatically at different locations within the parks on the same day. The foothills are characterized by mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. Rain usually occurs from January to mid-May; rain in the summer is rare. The middle elevations offer warm days and cool evenings in the summer and snowy and icy winters with below-freezing temperatures. High elevations can receive snow earlier and inclement weather can arrive quickly. Be prepared for the weather during your visit.
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