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Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
Laws & Policies
 

In general, parks on federal land and their visitors need to comply with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Regulations that are specific to these parks are found in the "Superintendent's Compendium."
For convenience, this document has been broken into topical sections below. If you have specific questions or concerns, it is always important to review the entire compendium, as some topics are mentioned in several sections. Call the park if you need any clarification: 1-559-565-3341.

 
Superintendent’s Compendium of Designations, Closures, Permit Requirements, and other restrictions imposed under Discretionary Authority

Approved:  Craig C. Axtell, Superintendent

                Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

  

In accordance with the regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations (“36 CFR”), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 16 United States Code, Section 3, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7.

Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, as required by Section 1.5(c), appear in this document identified by italicized print.

 
Toppled sequoia tree.  

Did You Know?
Sequoias get so large because they grow fast over a long lifetime. They live so long because they are resistant to many insects and diseases, and because they can survive most fires. Sequoias do have a weakness — a shallow root system. The main cause of death among mature sequoias is toppling.

Last Updated: August 12, 2009 at 15:00 EST