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Sequoia & Kings Cyn

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Sequoia & Kings Cyn

@SequoiaKingsNPS

The official page for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Side-by-side in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Sierra Nevada Mtns, CA

Joined June 2009

Sequoia & Kings Cyn
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⚠️ SAFETY ALERT ⚠️ Stay back from the river’s edge. Rocks along the edge are slippery, which can easily lead to an accidental fall into the fast-moving water. The rivers in the parks are currently cold, swift, and dangerous. Do not enter the river - it is not safe to swim in - it
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Sequoia National Park is hiring from the local area! We're looking for four seasonal Administrative Support Assistants (GS-05/06/07) to join our team. These positions are open to residents living no more than 75 miles from park headquarters in Three Rivers, CA. This is a great
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
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Jun 9
Looking for trip planning ideas? Check out this webpage with ideas for hiking trails off the beaten path, what to see by way of the free in-park Sequoia Shuttle, experiencing the Giant Forest, and what to do if you only have one day to visit: nps.gov/seki/planyourv…. The
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Jun 8
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are now in Stage 1 fire restrictions, which prohibits wood and charcoal fires, including wood burning stoves, in campground and picnic areas at elevations of 3,000 feet and below. This range includes Potwisha Campground, and the Hospital
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
@SequoiaKingsNPS
Jun 3
Lunch is better outside. Here is a friendly reminder to take that lunch break and get outside if you can. If you don't have anyone to sit with, let birdsong and the breeze in the trees be your companions. Nature reminds us of what life is; without fluorescent lights, computer
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
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Jun 1
We’re growing our River Rover & Trail Trekker Volunteer Program—and you could be part of it. Volunteers rove along popular river-access trails on the Kaweah River, connecting with visitors about river safety, Leave No Trace principles, and caring for these beautiful, high-use
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
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May 28
Looking for a way to get into the great outdoors, help others, and find community this summer season? Join the River Rover and Trail Trekker Volunteer Program at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. As a River Rover, you’ll spend your days along some of the Sierra’s most
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
@SequoiaKingsNPS
May 26
The National Park Service has finalized the Lodgepole Housing Rehabilitation and Replacement Environmental Assessment (EA) and issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). The approved plan will rehabilitate, or in some cases replace, existing housing and associated
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May 22
Memorial Day in May is a time of remembrance for those who lost their lives while serving in the US military. There are many monuments and memorials in national parks to reflect on military service and sacrifice throughout our nation's history. It is also traditionally a time to
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
@SequoiaKingsNPS
May 22
Planning to visit the parks over Memorial Day weekend? Here are some tips and information that may be helpful: 1. Arrive early and have your pre-purchased pass ready to go when you reach the entrance station to reduce wait times. Learn more about passes at:
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
@SequoiaKingsNPS
May 21
How can we keep bears and park visitors safe together? Proper food storage and trash disposal! The most effective action for bear and human safety is to store food and scented items properly. Storage boxes are available in picnic areas, campgrounds, and some trailheads. If there
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
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May 20
Swiftwater Safety Reminder ⚠️ Rivers in the parks are extremely cold, swift, and dangerous. Even areas that look calm may have a strong current below the surface and ankle‑deep water can sweep you off your feet. Granite rocks both in and along the river are extremely slick. One
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Sequoia & Kings Cyn
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May 19
Mineral King Road opens tomorrow! Please be aware that road construction will continue through the end of the month, causing temporary traffic delays. Visitors should expect 30‑minute flagging delays from 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. on all weekdays through May 29, with the following
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