A First-Timer's Guide to Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park delivers various types of adventures with its towering Sierra redwood trees and large acres. Here's a quick guide for first-timers:

When to Visit

Best Time: June to September for hiking.

Peak Season: July and August– book lodges and campsites in advance.

Spring: Ideal for river rafting; however, most of the higher trails will be snowy.

Winter: Many areas are closed, but the Giant Forest Museum remains open.

How Long to Stay

• Day Trip: Giant Forest—includes the General Sherman Tree.

• Weekend: Crystal Cave Tour and Crescent Meadow or Marble Falls hike

• Week: More remote areas of Mineral King and longer trails

Getting Around

• Public Transportation. Sequoia Shuttle runs from Visalia from mid-July through mid-September.

• Shuttl. Free park shuttles run through Sequoia from late-May to early September.

•    Driving: Mineral King is only accessible by driving, and this road also forms a connection with the road to Kings Canyon. Note that it can get quite complicated to park during busy times.

Top Activities

•    Hiking:

o    Tokopah Falls Trail: This 3.4-mile round-trip trail has granite walls, forests, and waterfalls.

o    Moro Rock: Climb 350 steps to the top for panoramic views.

•    Stargazing: Take a tour of the night sky with a park ranger at Wuksachi Lodge. Availability is seasonal.

•    Unique Experience: Drive through Tunnel Log, a fallen sequoia with a carved tunnel.

Experience Sequoia National Park for the first time with all of its beauty and outdoor adventure!