Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here. Explore these pages to plan your visit or to learn about the plants and animals here and the threats they face. Ancient giant sequoias may seem invincible, but they,
Yes — your pass gets you in.
Your pass covers the $35 park entrance fee.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Private Vehicle: $35Entrance - Per Person: $20Entrance - Motorcycle: $30Entrance - Non-commercial Groups: $20Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus: $100
- HoursThe parks are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Some park roads and roads that access more remote parts of the parks close in the winter due to snow accumulation. Rarely, extreme weather conditions may cause roads in
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 5595653341 · SEKI_information@nps.gov
Two highways enter the parks. Hwy 180 from Fresno leads east to Kings Canyon National Park, then continues 30 miles east to Cedar Grove. Hwy 198 from Visalia leads east to Sequoia National Park via Three Rivers. Inside the parks, Highway 198 becomes the Generals Highway, which connects 198 to 180. V
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Can you camp at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
The parks are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Some park roads and roads that access more remote parts of the parks close in the winter due to snow accumulation. Rarely, extreme weather conditions may cause roads in
Nearby sites
Dorothea Lange National Park Service Manzanar National Historic Site
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Mobius Arch Loop Trail
CheckThis Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
