| Sequoia National Park (Sequoia National Park) | |
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| Information | |
| Country |  United States |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Location | |
 36 ° 32 ′ 24 ″ N 118 ° 34 ′ 48 ″ W | |
| Official site | |
The Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are two united states national parks, both side by side, they are in the Sierra Nevada chain in California.
Understand
Although they are separate national parks, Sequoia and Kings Canyon generally operate as one and the same unit in many ways. A right (5 $ per person or 20 $ by private vehicle) allows entry into both parks.
The combined area of these two parks is an area of 3,504 km², most of this area being wild. The altitude in the parks varies from 418 meters To 4,421 meters. The region can be divided into these areas: The Foothills, Giant Forest, Mineral King, Grant Grove, Kings Canyon and Cedar Grove.
Story
Humans have traveled or lived in the Southern Sierra for at least 6-7,000 years. In the high mountains, as well as in the western foothills, well-known hunters and gatherers today remember the Mono. To the west, in the last foothills and across the expanses of the Great Central Valley, was a second group, the Yokuts.
In the late 1700s and early 1800s, the Spaniards began to explore the edge of the Sierra. Soon after, trappers, shepherds, miners and loggers settled there in the Sierras in order to exploit all that the mountains had to offer. At the end of the 19th century, communities in the San Joaquin Valley increasingly turned to the Sierras for water. In the struggle between all these competing interests, two national parks were created to become Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Today, the parks protect 265 Native American archaeological sites and 69 historic sites.
Countryside
Sequoia National Park gets its name from its groves of trees Sequoia, the largest known trees, and Kings Canyon, from the deep valley of the Kings river.
To go
By plane
The two nearest airports are at Fresno and to Visalia.
By train
Fresno is the closest city served by an Amtrak station with the San Joaquins. Visalia is also served by an Amtrak station that connects it to Sequoia National Park by a shuttle bus.
By car
The parks are located on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada and can only be accessed by car from the west. The two main entrances are:
- Route 180 east from Fresno. It enters the parks through Grant Grove and splits there to go either northeast of the main part of Kings Canyon or southeast to Sequoia. This route is recommended from Northern California and Southern California if you want to drive directly to Kings Canyon.
- Route 198 northeast of Visalia. This entrance takes you from the south to Sequoia, and the route is recommended from Southern California. The park does not recommend this route for long vehicles such as RVs. The recommended maximum is 6.7 m.
Both routes are winding mountain roads; driving speeds will be slower than usual and special conditions will apply in winter.
The park entrance to the north is just over an hour east of Fresno, with the park visitor centers still 45-60 minutes away and the total driving time of San Francisco should be around five hours and a little less than Los Angeles, using the south entrance. Those coming from the south may still prefer to enter the parks through the north entrance, as this road is less winding.
The Mineral Kings area is accessible by a separate road from Route 198. Turn right into Three Rivers before entering Ash Mountain Park.
There is no gas station in the park, except for the Grant Grove Market, which sells fuel cans for emergencies. You must therefore make sure to refuel before entering the park.
Walk
The western parts of the park are accessible from the trailhead of Highway 395.
the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is a well-known trail that stretches along the west coast of the United States, from Mexico to Canada. It crosses California, theOregon and theWashington state.
Circulate
By car
By bus
Walk
To see
Sequoia
Crescent Meadow Road – This route takes you to Moro Rock, Tunnel Log and the prairie of Crescent Meadow.
- 1 Giant Forest Museum
- 2 Moro Rock – This granite dome rises to 2,050 meters altitude.
- Moro Rock hiking trail – If you have vertigo, it is not recommended to take this hiking trail. This hiking trail takes you to Moro Rock
- 3 Tunnel Log – Where is the tree we can go through? This is where you can cross a sequoia on foot or by car.
- 4 Crescent Meadow – Bordered by redwoods, this meadow is located in the Giant Forest region of Sequoia National Park. This mountain meadow marks the western terminus of the High Sierra Trail.
- 5 General Sherman tree (General Sherman Tree) CA-198, General Highway
- 6 Crystal cave Three rivers, e-mail : [email protected]
From June to September. 
For the visit family : Adult : 16 $ - Child (5-12): 8 $ - Under 5 years old: 5 $ - 65 years old and: 15 $. – 
It is about 9 ° C in the cave; it is necessary to plan clothes to cover oneself. From the General Highway, it takes about 25 minutes by car to get there. The cave was discovered in 1908. It is a cave made up of kartst and of marble. Warning : reservations open 6 months before the visit and close 2 days before the visit.
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From June to September
For the visit family : Adult : 
It is about Kings canyon
General Grants Grove
7 General Grants Grove
- 8 General Grant tree
- 9 fallen monarch tree
- 10 Hume Lake
Cedar Grove
- 11 Roaring River Falls CA-180 (parking is located along the CA-180) – Waterfall
Do
- Horse riding – Guided horse rides are offered to the public during the summer by two controlled stables (a concession permit). The opening and closing dates for each location depend on weather conditions. Weight limits and age restrictions may apply. The two stables are ten minutes away by car.
- 1 Grant Grove Stables CA-180 (Cedar Grove)
- 2 Cedar Grove Pack Station Motor Natural Trail, near CA-180 (Cedar Grove)
To buy
Eat
Dining and shopping are available at the Visitor Centers in Grant Grove, Lodgepole and Cedar Grove. Visitors who will stay in the evening must buy their food in advance before going to the park because there is no point of sale apart from those at the reception.
Housing
Cedar Grove
In Cedar Grove, there are four campsites and one hotel:
- 1 Sheep Creek Campground Cedar Grove, CA-180 18 $. – Open from July to September. 111 pitches
- 2 Sentinel Campground Cedar Grove, CA-180 22 $. – Open from May to November. 82 pitches
- 3 Canyon View Campground Cedar Grove, CA-180 Between 40 $ and 60 $. – Open from May to September. 12 sites for groups of 7 to 15 people and 4 sites for groups of 15 to 30 people.
- 4 Moraine Campground Cedar Grove, CA-180 18 $. – Open from July to October. 121 locations.
- 5 Cedar Grove Lodge 150 $. – Open from May to mid-October. Two types of rooms: Standard and Patio.
Security
For any emergency, the emergency call number is 911.
Wild life
Do not feed or touch any wild animals, as there is a possibility of contracting diseases. You can meet several types of animals:
- Snakes – Be aware that there may be snakes like the rattlesnakes and always check where you are walking.
- Courgars – Cougars (or mountain lions) also inhabit the park, but are rarely seen. They look like domestic cats and are light brown in color, but are 5 to 8 feet long (including the tail).
- Black bear – Please note that in this area the Black bear are here.
- Ticks – Ticks are common in the park and can transmit Lyme disease. To avoid their bites, slip the pant legs into the socks and tuck the shirt into your pants. If you find an attached tick, carefully remove it with tweezers and seek advice from a ranger or doctor. If you bring your dog, be sure to check for ticks after your visit.
Health risk
- Poisoned oak – Poison oak is also present at altitudes up to 1,500 m in the park. It causes itchy, burning rashes in the affected areas and spreads easily. Most have a bulletin board with a picture of poison oak. If you come into contact with poisonous oak, wash your clothing and affected areas immediately. Avoid contact with eyes.
- Water – Water from natural sources should be treated or boiled before consumption, as it may contain Giardia, a protozoan causing intestinal disease.
- Lightning – Lightning can be very dangerous, especially on rocky outcrops, on ridges or in meadows. If a storm is approaching, try to get inside a building or a vehicle. Do not stay under trees or in shallow caves.
- Fire – Fires can break out in parks.
Drive
Many of the roads in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are very steep. Use reduced speeds when going downhill to avoid overheating and possible brake failure.
Criminality
Due to its distance, in certain areas, there may be fields of cannabis. If you come across an illegal farm, immediately leave the area. Do not linger in the vicinity of the growing area, as those who plant them are often armed. Immediately report the area to rangers and authorities.
Around
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- (in) This article is partially or entirely from the Wikivoyage article in English entitled « Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks » (see the list of authors).
