Sequoia National Park CA
Posted by: 
sbcamper
N 36° 29.462 W 118° 49.537
11S E 336479 N 4039962
Foothills Visitor Center is the first available parking area from the main entrance. The southern approach to the combined National Parks, Sequoia and Kings Canyon is not recommended for trailers or motorhomes over 22 feet in length.
Waymark Code: WMNYBM
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 05/23/2015
Views: 10
One could easily spend more than one week here. I encountered travelers from France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Asia here.
Many were attempting to see as much of the west coast as possible.
Centennial coming up in 2016. John Muir, a naturalist, first visited in 1873 and did much to promote the park's protected status. Kings Canyon celebrated 75 yrs. Joint management since 1943.
I neglected to ask how much camping is currently in their countries.
This is the second oldest National Parks and it became a World Heritage Site in 1976. It goes from 1,700 ft. elevation to 13,000 ft/ 4,300 meters at Mt Whitney. Most of us were happy to be and visit up to 7,000 feet. The park encompasses 6 of the 7 life zones.
Access to Mt. Whitney is from the Eastern side near Lone Pine.
That is primarily of interest to hikers who have the time and experience to a) peak climb (there are 6 or more above 13,000 feet);
b) hike some or all of the Pacific Crest Trail; c) follow the John Muir Trail. Roads are not always open in winter. Campgrounds are usually May - Sept. There are 2 winter lodges - one on the Sequoia National Forest.
Park Name: Sequoia - Kings Canyon National Park
Historic/Cultural Park: yes
Natural Park: yes
Recreation Area: yes
Wildlife Refuge: yes
Other Park Type not listed above:
winter sports (cross country - no lifts)
Crystal Cave tour in summer.
Park Website: [Web Link]
Type of Listing: Visitor Center
Fees in Local Currency: 20.00 (listed in local currency)
Dates of Access: From: 01/01/2015 To: 12/31/2015
Hiking: yes
Camping: yes
Bicycling: no
Horseback Riding: yes
Off-Roading: no
Swimming: no
Snorkling/Scuba: no
Boating: no
Rock Climbing: yes
Fishing: yes
Other Activities:
trying to spot black bear or deer or other wildlife. fishing except salmon or trout.
Other Type Detail: Not listed
Hours available: Not listed
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