Absolutely incredible Giant Sequoia trees. We loved getting to see these beautiful giants and learning more about them. This National Park is a true gem. The highest elevation we drove to was 8,000 feet. Roads were scary at times but it was worth every second to see this National treasure. Would recommend to anyone in the area.

We saw the amazing wonders of nature at its finest. To my disadvantage, I suffer from hypo-phobia and the elevation and curves stirred up my nerves. Some roads and curves were on bare without protection. I think a safety ledge or fence should be constructed to secure complete safetiness. We went as far as 6,000 feet because the big tree was closed. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the stay, but will not try it again due to my phobia. The road goes up to 15,000 feet in elevation.

There's not much I can say about these beautiful national parks that hasn't been aid before. We visited the first week of May, which was probably too early. We were to that here was road construction going on and we had to enter the Park by 7:30 a.m. or wait until noon. We did as we were advised. We found no road construction. The drive up to the Grove of Giants is winding and a little terrifying if you are afraid of heights. I rank Mesa Verde as the most frightening National Parks drive we have ever done. We arrived at the rest area at the Grove of Giants. There were restrooms and lovely places to walk as there was still plenty of snow and ice on the trees, so it looked like a Christmas card. That being said, chunks of ice crashed down on our truck windshield and sounded like shots going off. The trees were glorious but not on the size scale as those in Redwoods in northern California. We decided to walk to the General Sherman tree because the walk was covered in ice and snow. We got about a quarter of the way there. Being seniors, we decided it wasn't worth it to take a fall in the wilderness and cause everyone a lot of trouble to help us. It's not a short walk but would be beautiful in good weather. So sadly, we did not see General Sherman. So, we moved on to Kings Canyon National Park, which except for the Overlook area, isn't as impressive. The Park Ranger told us we would have to go all the way around the park to get out due to construction. Again, we didn't see any construction and it would have been a shorter drive to just go back the way we came in. As it was, the whole ordeal was close to 6 hours when we finally arrived back at Three Rivers. So if you are on your way to Yosemite as we were, definitely visit the magnificent Sequoias.

Sequoia National Park met all of our expectations and then some. The views are simply stunning. We stayed at the new Hampton Inn in Selma and drove south to Visalia to enter the park at that entrance. As you come into the park, the snow must be melting as the rivers are raging and beautiful. We stopped several times for photos and there was one spot where we could hike down the water for incredible photos. We were there on a Saturday and parking was tough at all of the popular pull over areas for the Sequoias so pack your patience. We stopped at Tunnel Rock for a few cool photos. Also don't miss the Giant Forest Museum --so helpful in explaining the life cycle of the trees and explaining the damage you will see to some of the groves from the recent wildfires. That area has several great trees to take photos of. Parking was really difficult but there is an overflow area so try there. the hike to the General Sherman tree is straight downhill and very hard, even with being fit to climb back up the hill. If you are disabled, there is parking at the base of the tree so park there but you need your handicap placard. Otherwise the turnoff for General Sherman is farther down the road and parking again is challenge. By the way, we read to not bring food because of bears, but everyone had food and we didn't bring any and by the time we reached the Lodgepole Visitor Center where you can eat we were very hungry. There are proper ways to store your food in your car if you are just driving through so I would bring what you need and plenty of water. Hiking sticks would be helpful in some areas. The Lodgepole Market and Grill had some average food but good when you are hungry. The shop had lots of fun souvenirs. From there we continued on Generals Highway to the Kings National Park. They blend into each other. Several great places to take photos along the way to the General Grant tree. It is very close to the parking lot so much easier to see. The crystal caves and scenic drive in Kings is still closed as of May 2024 so we exited and drove out. Much colder in the national parks with the elevation so bring pants/jackets even if it's warm in Fresno/Selma.

1 day crash course through Sequoia and Kings Canyon NP. It was AMAZING and we want to go back. We started at Three Rivers and drove Generals Highway through the park stopping wherever we saw something of interest. We finished up at Grant's Grove (the road past Grizzly Falls was not open yet for the summer) and then drove back down through the park to where we were staying. General Sherman, Roosevelt Tree, General Grant, climbed Moro Rock, drove the Tunnel Log, and just thoroughly enjoyed just walking amongst the GIANTS!

A beautiful national park, with excellent roads and many spots to stop. To avoid some of the crowds, don't go on a weekend. In February, a significant proportion of the roads were closed due to the snow. I would recommend checking their website before going to determine which roads are open.

My wife and I, touring from New Jersey, timed our visit almost perfect in May. We started in Fresno and entered Kings Canyon from Rt #180 with the goal to tour both parks in a day. The weather was great not requiring jackets. At Kings, we visited Grants Grove and of course General Grant; the paved path is well marked from the parking lot. Our second stop was to be Panoramic point but it had not opened for the season. There was a short movie in the visitor's center and a gift center. Rather than drive Kings Scenic Byway to the end and back we opted to follow Generals highway into Sequoia. First, we were told that Kings offers similar terrain and beauty as Yosemite which we were to do in a few days, and second Generals highway completely opened from end to end that week! It's a long and meandering drive through Sequoias so stop often for pictures. We had a great lunch respite at the outdoor deck of Wuksachi lodge; nice choices and conversations with fellow travelers. We continued on to Sherman Tree trail; the disability lot further down is closer to the trees. Our next stop was the Giant Forest Museum where we viewed Sentinel. Our disappointment came when Crescent meadow loop was closed; prohibiting experiencing Tunnel log and Moro rock! This was a trade off for lighter May crowds. We then took the Long and Winding road to the end, stopping for a quick visit at Hospital Rock.

We were here for a few days in June 2024. This is a beautiful park with a little different look than Sequoia. The trees here are amazing. We enjoyed the many hiking trails, which are marked well. We would highly recommend this national park.

I went to Sequoia and Kings as s must-do trip! The winding drive from Three Rivers was beautiful and the perfect lead-in to the park. Entry was easy, welcome center well-situated, stocked and manned. Got my souvenirs and went too see the Grant tree/Grove. AMAZING! The majestic beauty of the redwoods is a sight you will never forget. As I continued on my way to the Sherman tree the park was so crowded that parking was non-existent, but this was July and EVERYONE was on vacation. No surprise. So I metered my trip by going to areas that were not labeled as mainstays, and by doing so I was able to get some good hiking see some great trees and to get wonderful pictures of them. I’ll post them. I drove through the other end of the park and continue on my way to Visalia and enjoyed the trip from start to finish. I will go again and what I hope will be more of an off-season to see what I was unable to see the first round. if you want to see beauty nature, and be humbled by God’s grace and mighty creations, you must go see the redwoods in Sequoia. I would think it would be a bucket list item. It should be. As well worth your time an experience you will never forget.

What an amazing place to see. We arrived around 7am so there was nobody at the entrance and everybody was just driving thru. We had already purchased our ticket but not big deal as all money going to the preservation of the park. Parking was plenty but was getting full by the time we were leaving. Would definitely recommend going as early as you can in the summer time as it started getting really hot by noon. There is a lot of walking so beware if you're not in great shape specially the way back is all uphill. We saw a lot of wild life including a black bear in the distance. If I could think anything negative is the bathrooms at the entrance were pretty dirty. Specially first thing in the morning as nobody had clean them for a while.