Be aware that there may be closures or delays on Highway 198 due to an ongoing wildfire near Three Rivers. To avoid this area, we recommend traveling on Highway 180 through the Big Stump entrance of Kings Canyon. For the latest updates, please monitor

Visiting Kings Canyon today? Drive slowly & watch out for fire crews on park roads. Expect smoke & small fires along the road—this is normal. Yesterday, NPS completed 96 acres on the Big Stump East Prescribed Burn. Crews will continue today & are expected to finish this evening.

Visiting Kings Canyon? This morning, NPS fire management ignited a prescribed fire East of Hwy 180 to Generals Hwy. Visitors still have access to General Grant tree, Big Stump Picnic Area, & campgrounds. Drive carefully & observe posted speed limits. #FireYear2025

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks enter Stage 1 fire restrictions at 6 a.m. on June 11. No wood/charcoal fires below 3,000 ft including campgrounds and picnic areas. Gas/propane stoves allowed. Stay safe and check fire safety tips! 🔥 More info:

Mineral King Road opens today!.Please be aware that road construction is happening. Details of road closures and delays can be found at These closures and delays will not affect visitors going through the main Sequoia National Park entrance.

Memorial Day weekend kicks off summer at Sequoia & Kings Canyon! .Read our tips for a safe and enjoyable visit: TLDR: Buy your pass in advance, arrive early, bring essentials, and be ready for congestion. Campgrounds require reservation. Stay safe!

Crystal Cave will reopen for guided tours on May 23 after four years of closure due to consecutive natural disasters in Sequoia National Park! . Learn more at

Watch for wildlife, part II!.Rattlesnakes are common in the Sequoia foothills and in Kings Canyon at low elevation. If you see a rattlesnake, do not harass or kill them; this is when most bites occur. If bitten, don’t panic and call 911.

Beginning May 21, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks will transition to a fully cashless fee system. Mobile payments, credit cards, or debit cards will be required to pay entrance fees. Cash accepted at participating local vendors. Learn more at

A note from the yuccas: it's time to bloom.

Watch for wildlife!. The Generals Highway is a scenic drive. Take it slow and watch for wildlife.

In case you missed it!. The Giant Forest was absolutely gorgeous after receiving snow this weekend. Don't forget to check the weather before visiting the parks:

🚧 Mineral King Road Update 🚧.Major construction on Mineral King Road runs from April 2025 to fall 2027. Most visitors won't be affected; the turnoff is 2 miles from the main entrance. Find delay/closure schedule and details at

Cedar Grove reopening for day use on April 25 at 7 a.m. after winter closure! .Power restoration is underway; only vault toilets will be available. Bring water and supplies. Sentinel Campground opens May 9, Market & Lodge on May 10. More updates at

Save the date! On Saturday, April 19, in celebration of National Park Week, the National Park Service will offer free admission so everyone can explore our country's vast history and beauty.

❄️ Snow surveys measured the following for April 1: Kaweah River basin at 79% of average, Kings River basin at 79%, and Kern River basin at 78%. These peak measurements guide water management for agriculture, hydroelectricity, and recreation in California.

Adventure awaits! Join us as a trailhead ranger in the stunning Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks! We're hiring for 3-4 positions to patrol the iconic High Sierra. Check out the details and apply on USAjobs:

Campground reservation time!.Lodgepole Campground: Reservations for May 21 - June 14 open this Saturday, April 12 at 7 a.m. PT. Atwell Mill Campground: Opens May 21; reservations available April 21 at 7 a.m. PT. All campground reservations through only.

Do you need a nature moment? Imagine a warm spring day, sitting by the river and letting your cares wash away. If visiting the mighty rivers in Sequoia and Kings Canyon, please use caution, rivers are fast, cold, and dangerous. Be safe.

Trail conditions in Grant Grove are gorgeous but slushy. Check local weather before your visit: Tire chains or cables currently required in Grant Grove and Lodgepole. For 24-hour in-park road conditions, call (559) 565-3341 (then press 1, then 1 again).