Hey y'all. We have some friends flying in to Ca for a concert in June and they are our NP trip partners. We did Yosemite in August and did Nevada Falls among others and loved it. we want to hit SEKI with them when they come back. What do y'all think of the below plan?

June 10th,

• W Hotel.
• Hike, Hollywood Sign Via Canyon Dr. 6mi. 2 hrs.
• Lunch somewhere trendy
• Uber to Hollywood bowl for REK/ Tyler Childers

June 11th, night one of camping.

Camping at lodgepole campgrounds.

• Drive to SQNP 4.5hr
• Pump House Inc. Dollar Bill Bar
• SQNP park sign photo op.
• SQNP visitors center
• Tunnel Rock photo op.
• Amphitheater Rock
• Hike, Tokopah Falls. Moderate. 3.8mi. 1.5hr.
• Fishing

June 12th, 2025 night two of camping. Lodgepole

• Hike, General Sherman, Congress, Trail of Sequoias, and Tharps Log Trail. Easy. 7mi, 3hrs
• Tunnel Log
• Hike, Moro Rock. Moderate. .5mi. 20min

June 13th

night three of camping. Camping at Cedar Grove in Kings Canyon.

• Drive to Kings Canyon. 1hr.

• Kings Canyon Overlook

• Hike, General Grant. Easy. .7mi. 15min.

• SEKI Park Sign photo op.

• Kings Canyon Visitor Center.

• Hike, Roaring River Falls. Easy. .3mi. 20min.

• Hike, Mist Falls. 7.8mi. 3hr.

• Swim in the Kings River

June 14th

• Boyden Cavern
• Split ways or we all go back to SLO for a night.

Sorry I meant *hike

It will be my first time in Seqouia NP this upcoming weekend. I was wondering what the snow conditions are currently and if we would be able to do hiking? Thank you

Hey all, a friend an I are planning a long ADV motorcycle ride for the beginning of April of next year and we plan to stay in Potishwa. I have seen mixed reports of the conditions around that time of year and we're trying to make sure we bring the right gear. Should we be expecting snow that low in April? What are the expected nighttime lows? When are the roads usually opened back up by?

Hi all, trying to do some research looking for some possible snowshoe rentals in the area? I know that Yosemite has some that you can rent. Can't find much for SEKI. It looks like you can do walks with a ranger but just looking for the rentals themselves

Honestly white camry with a sunroof. You have 20 cars behind you, there are signs near Giant Forest going down, and the entry coming up saying to use the turnouts and you do sub 10 miles an hour the entire way down, even the rolling section near and around Potwisha?

What do they not understand? I don't understand the mentality of these people? Are they that completely unaware of everything going on around them? If so, they shouldn't be driving mountain roads in the first place.

Unrelated: Who thinks it's ok to take a dog on a trail that is clearly marked no dogs?

Can we start applying entry filters to the park? You need to pass a test. Can be taken online. But at least verify you know the basic rules of driving etiquette and wildlife and habitat protection.

Rant over.

We are planning a 5 hour road trip to the park but we just saw the Snow weather report. I don’t want to drive out there and have to turn around. We planned on getting there around 10am. Will the road conditions be okay for people not used to driving in that area? We plan on renting the tire chains out there as well.

Coming into kings and sequoia sunday into tuesday. With a foot of snow projected whats the likelihood of my hiking plans being washed.
Or are things cleaned up quick? Snow is supposed to finish Saturday so was hoping sunday would be fine

Hey All

Partner and I have 3 full days to spend between Yosemite and Death Valley next week. What are the must do's in your opinion?

We are not full on hikers but are happy to do ~3-4 mile walks to see some cool stuff.

Had loosely planned a drive in the morning from Yosemite, half a day exploring SeKi- stay somewhere local (was thinking a room stay on AirBnb to cut costs and meet locals). Full day to see General Sherman and whatever else then stay close by again. Another half a day to explore before heading to stay South/East of the mountains and ready to explore Death Valley after that.

Is it worth sneaking to Sierra on the way down?

We will have a rental car (assuming no winter tyres) and will carry chains, FWIW.

Any advice much appreciated!

Is winter fishing worth it in the area? Will be here in december

I’m trying to decide between doing Mitchell Peak or Big Baldy. On AllTrails, the pictures for Mitchell Peak seem so much nicer, but Big Baldy is way more popular, so i’m not sure which to choose. Big Baldy might be more popular for good reason lol. For reference I went to Moro rock today and loved it even though it was cloudy/foggy.

I’m also considering Weaver Lake trail but that’s 3rd in the running just because I’m already doing the Lakes trail. Unless you guys think Weaver Lake trail trumps the Lakes trail.

Thank you!!

Can some one suggest what will be open during christmas and is it worth going to sequoia during that time for a 2 day trip? I want to enjoy snow since i have some nephews visiting and will be witnessing snow for the first time. I also dont want to get stuck in the blizzard and have a difficult driving situation. Any road closures i need to be made aware of? i then plan on going to death valley after sequoia.planning to stay inlake kaweah. Is it gonna be covered in snow as well? Would it be difficult to reach there?

Hi! We’re planning a trip in June 25. One of our guests uses a wheelchair. I saw a few of the attractions in Sequoia NP are wheelchair accessible.

Anyone know about wheelchair accessible ideas in Kings Canyon NP or any state parks in the area?

As a real long shot, anyone heard if there are off-road wheelchairs available to rent anywhere?

Thanks

I'll be at the park next weekend and im planning on doing these hikes:

Round meadow Crescent meadow tokopah falls trail the congress trail moro rock

do you guys think that would be too much for 1 day? and also moro rock at sunrise or sunset??

Looking at visiting in summer, during normal times is the short path between the two parks open? Also would a sprinter van be ok for the parks, or should I bring the bronco? Thanks in advance.

So, I'm going to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park from November 2 to November 10. I planned my itinerary but didn't realize the Mineral King area and Cedar Grove area would be closed. This wipes off 3 days of activities I had planned. Please help me find out what to do those days instead! Also, the rest of my itinerary would really appreciate any feedback. For reference I will be going alone and this is really going to be my first time hiking this extensively/out in nature for so long. Don't worry I took all the safety recommendations from other threads. Thank you!!

Saturday, November 2nd (Sequoia)

• Drive to Three Rivers Airbnb from LA

• Three Rivers Historical Museum

• Slick Rock Recreation Area at Kaweah Lake or Salt Creek Trail

• Reimers Candies & Gifts

Sunday, November 3rd (Sequoia)

• Foothills Visitor Center

• Stop at Vista Point

• Stop at Hospital Rock

• Giant Forest Museum

• Beetle Rock Trail

• Big Trees Trail

• Drive through Tunnel Log

• Stop at Hanging Rock

• Moro Rock Trail

• Ol Buckaroo for dinner

Monday, November 4th (Sequoia)

• Sherman Tree Trail

• The Congress Trail

• Tokopah Trail

• Tony's Taverna on Wheels for dinner

***Tuesday, November 5th (Sequoia)

Hoping to do a longer (less than 8 miles though lol), but very rewarding trail like the ones in mineral king on at least one of Sequoia days that needs revision. The other day I was actually hoping to do something not hike or trail related, but really couldn't find anything.

• Monarch Lakes Trail ***Now Closed, Need suggestions***

• Sierra Subs for Dinner

***Wednesday, November 6th (Sequoia)

• Eagle Lake Trail ***Now Closed, Need Suggestions***

• River View Grill and Bar for dinner

Thursday, November 7th (Kings Canyon)

• Drive to Airbnb in Kings Canyon

• Big Stump Loop

• Project Survival Cat Haven Tour (Big Cat Sanctuary)

Friday, November 8th (Kings Canyon)

• General Grant Tree
• Panoramic Point
• Boyden Cavern Tour
• Grizzly Falls
• Pinehurst Lodge for Dinner

***Saturday, November 9th (Kings Canyon)

• Roaring River Falls to Zumwalt Meadow Trail ***Now Closed, Need Suggestions***
• Mist Falls ***Now Closed, Need Suggestions***

Sunday, November 10th (Kings Canyon)

• Hume Lake (Rent Kayak) ***Not sure if they rent out kayaks in winter***
• Drive back to LA

My husband and I are flying into Fresno on Thanksgiving this year and staying in Three Rivers for 3 full days, flying back to Texas on Monday. What is the ideal itinerary for that timeframe? And any suggestions on what may be open on Thanksgiving for restaurants/food? Main goal of the trip is to just unwind and relax, see some giant trees, and do a little hiking ideally. Wanting to do some scenic hikes but not looking to summit anything crazy, this time! We are renting a car. Is it worth going to Kings Canyon one day or just focus on Sequoia? Give me your best recs, thanks!!!

My family is planning on visiting Sequoia on Novermber 30, staying one night, and leaving on the 1st. We've never visited before. There will be five of us, including two kids and one grandparent, so we are looking to stay somewhere "comfortable" rather than camping. Some questions about our trip:

How is Wuksachi? I think I'd prefer to stay in the park, and this seems like the most "comfortable" option. If there is a better option (even something just outside the park, if it's really good), what is it?

How likely is it that there will be snow at this time of year? The NPS site mentions snow is a possibility in the area, but not when.

We will probably have time for one or two (short) hikes. There are two options for this:

1. A kid-friendly hike. Since the whole family will be going by car, it can be far from Wuksachi.
2. A scenic, potentially more difficult hike near Wuksachi. I am the hiker in the family, so if there's something nearby I must see, I can arrange a ride there, hike, and get picked up while the kids stay at the lodge.

Given these possibilities, what are good hiking options?

Thanks!

Looking to visit Sequoia and Kings Canyon mid-December. I know that there will be lots of snow generally but what does the access look like? To my understanding there is no access on the Cedar Grove portion of King's Canyon at this time. Looking for recommendations on long hikes/snowshoeing/cross country skiing in the two areas during this time. is one area better to visit during these months? Have some decent fitness so looking for some challenging hikes. Thanks in advance

Anyone know when it typically closes? It’s been rough this year with warm temps (please don’t ask me about my July trip). Then the fires… Ah, the Sierra!

Anyway, does it typically close late October or could I squeeze in an early November trip, weather depending of course!

Hi All. Planning a trip to Sequoia with a toddler and 1 year old during Veterans day weekend. I was wondering how the weather usually is this time of year and what to expect in terms of traffic/tourism. Probably no crazy hikes or anything. Mainly just sightseeing and taking pictures.

Also, should I expect snow? Will I need chains?

Thanks in advance!

Long time lurker, first time poster and this seems like such a trivial matter to ask a favor for but. . .

We went on a family vacation to SEKI recently and our dad bought my sister and I pins of our choosing at the Wuksachi Gift Shop and my sister has lost her Kings Canyon pin. She’s really upset because it’s a rare gift from our frugal father and a memento from an even rarer family trip to a NP. I’ve already retraced our steps from the day she lost it with no luck and called Wuksachi Lodge but they don’t have an online store and can’t send anything out. Searches for an online source or supplier have also hit dead ends. Pictured above is the remaining matching Sequoia pin.

If anyone is passing by the Wuksachi Lodge and would be willing to pick up a Kings Canyon pin and mail it to me in SoCal, I’d reimburse you for your troubles and be eternally grateful.

Anyways, thanks for reading this far. ♥️

(I usually put locking backs on all of our pins but didn’t get to this one in time)