When to go
Because of the extreme elevation range in the parks, weather conditions vary widely between areas. In summer, the sequoia groves have comfortable temperatures and the foothills are hot and dry. Snow lingers on high-mountain passes well into summer. In fall, conditions can range from summer-like to winter-like. Winter brings snow to sequoia groves and rain to the foothills. Be prepared for tire chain requirements. Spring is a great time to hike in the foothills and snow begins to melt at higher elevations.
Know before you go
Entrance $3515 campgrounds · 15 reservableFly into FAT or LAX
Check current conditions with NPS →Campgrounds
In and around Sequoia & Kings Canyon, reservable sites first.
- Aspen Hollow Group (Sequoia National Forest, Ca)ReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Azalea CampgroundReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Buckeye Flat CampgroundReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Canyon View Group SitesReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Crystal Springs Campground (ca)ReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group SitesReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Dorst Creek Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National ParkReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Eshom CampgroundReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Holey MeadowReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- LandslideReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Lodgepole Campground-Sequoia and Kings Canyon National ParkReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Lone PineReservableBook on Recreation.gov →