Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here. Explore these pages to plan your visit or to learn about the plants and animals here and the threats they face. Ancient giant sequoias may seem invincible, but they, too are vulnerable.

Kings Canyon

The Glaciers carved the Kings Canyon's steep granite cliffs, leaving a wide U-shaped valley.

A deep canyon with a forested floor and steep granite cliffs

The Tablelands

Just above Lodgepole Valley, the trail to the Watchtower offers views above the treeline.

A steep granite slope leads from forest to a bare alpine landscape

Moro Rock

A historic stairway leads to the top of Moro Rock, offering views from foothills to peaks

A guardrail encircles people along a narrow walkway with wide views

Giant Sequoia in Winter

For those who don't mind icy roads, winter offers stunning views of sequoias in snow.

A giant sequoia's reddish bark contrasts with the snow around it

Giant Forest Museum

Giant Forest Museum offers exhibits, park information, and a bookstore.

A rustic building is surrounded by giant sequoias