Plan Your Visit

All Entrances Are Closed Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks entrances are closed due to extensive road and infrastructure damage from winter storms. Kings Canyon National Park is projected to remain closed to public access through April 13. Sequoia National Park is expected to remain closed until April 7-14, with no access to sequoias when it reopens. The Most Recent Details Trip Planning Basic Information Current Conditions Park Mobile App Things to Do Shuttles Bears and Food Storage Frequently Asked Questions Welcome to the Land of Giants! A historic snowpack and flooding this winter is heavily impacting the parks. Damage from winter storms is still being assessed and repairs to park roads will begin soon. Be prepared for delayed openings in some areas. Wherever you decide to visit, you'll experience one of the finest and wildest areas of the Sierra Nevada mountain range! No reservations are required to enter these parks. Check our Current Conditions page for more information to help you plan your trip. General Trip Planning Information Winter Driving & Tire Chains Be prepared for snowy mountain roads! Chains may be required at any time. Winter Drives & Viewpoints Even if you don't plan to leave the comfort of your car, you can still visit these parks in winter. Current Conditions Need-to-knows before you visit the parks. Things to Do There are many ways to explore these parks. Find activities that are best for you! Places to Go There are five main areas of the parks to stay and explore. Find out which areas are best for your trip! Where to Eat & Sleep Learn about camping, hotels, cabins, and dining options. Find markets and gift shops. NPS Mobile App The official National Park Service app can guide you around the parks, no cell service needed. Maps Look here for general park maps, interactive online maps, and regional maps to help you locate and plan a route to these parks. Camping Learn about camping options throughout the parks. Campgrounds are reservation only and availability is extremely limited in summer months. Park Highlights Explore Sequoia Groves Whether you see them from your car or hike to a remote grove, giant sequoias inspire awe and wonder. Watching Wildlife These parks host a diversity of life across a range of elevations. Learn more about what you can see and how to watch wildlife safely. Climb Moro Rock A stone stairway ends at the top of Moro Rock's granite dome. Enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and wilderness to the east. History & Culture Explore over a century of history in these parks, and learn about the people who lived here before the parks were established. Birds More than 200 species of birds nest, stopover during migration, or live year-round in these parks. Photo by Gary Lindquist. Drives and Viewpoints Explore our mountain landscapes along the Generals Highway and the Kings Canyon Scenic Byway. Day Hikes and Backpacking Backpacking Learn more about backpacking in these parks. Wilderness awaits! Day Hikes From quick strolls to all-day adventures, there are day hikes for all levels of ability in the parks. Wilderness Permits Information about wilderness permits that are required for overnight hiking trips Protect Yourself, Keep Wildlife Wild General Safety Whether you trek into wilderness or stay close to your car, review tips on staying safe in these parks. Store Food to Protect Wildlife Bears are active day and night. When camping or picnicking, all food, trash, and any item with a scent must be stored in food-storage boxes. Fire Restrictions Campfires may be prohibited when fire danger is extreme. Current Fire Information A link to all current fires can be found here. You may also subscribe to our fire information mailing list. Safety in Burned Areas Want to safely visit the parks after a fire? Learn more about the warnings signs of potential dangers in burned areas. Trail Safety High-elevation hiking involves risks. Get safety information to prepare for your trip.