{"id":31412,"date":"2020-10-30T00:00:17","date_gmt":"2020-10-30T00:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=31412"},"modified":"2021-10-28T17:32:06","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:32:06","slug":"sequoia-kings-canyon-national-park-vacation-ideas-travel-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/sequoia-kings-canyon-national-park-vacation-ideas-travel-video\/","title":{"rendered":"Sequoia &#038; Kings Canyon National Parks Vacation Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[video-container][video-title]<br \/>\n[video-tag]<\/p>\n<h1>Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon National Parks Vacation Ideas<\/h1>\n<p>[\/video-title][full-width-paragraph]<em>With COVID-19, it\u2019s important to stay safe and practice social distancing. We hope you find the following content entertaining, inspiring, or useful for a future trip. Always research official websites for up-to-date information on closures and new health and safety policies as businesses and destinations reopen.<\/em>[\/full-width-paragraph]<\/p>\n<p>[video-blue-header]History soars to breathtaking heights in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Sequoia-National-Park.d6084619.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon National Parks<\/a><\/strong>. See some of the world\u2019s oldest and largest living organisms at the groves of magnificent sequoia and redwood trees. The parkland also features snow-capped mountains, underground caves and enchanting views every way you turn. If you are dreaming of your next foray into Mother Nature\u2019s epic embrace, then look no further! This expanse of natural and historical treasures is sure to captivate all who see it. Fill your Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon itinerary with the many places to visit that make this destination so unforgettable. Check out our Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon Vacation Travel Guide video for a taste of the unparalleled scenery here, then read on to start planning a trip.<\/p>\n<p>[\/video-blue-header]<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 600px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/mwDf9iD_4n8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><br \/>\n[full-width-paragraph]<\/p>\n<h2>Ideas of places to visit in Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon<\/h2>\n<p>From mountain peaks to tree tops, to valley floor and below, Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon has something for every traveler\u2019s pace \u2013 and altitude! The fascinating geological features and sky-scraping flora stir the imagination of all who visit. Check out our top vacation ideas for Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon and load up on inspiration for your next nature escape. Deck out your travel itinerary with the most popular attractions and then double-dip to add the hidden gems.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-tunnel-rock-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Tunnel Rock - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Tunnel-Rock-Fresno.d553248635726241940.Vacation-Attraction\">Tunnel Rock<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(1:52 in the video) This landmark boulder of Sequoia National Park makes for an iconic photo op for visitors. Find Tunnel Rock on the western side of the Generals Highway, about 1.5 miles from the Foothills Visitor Center. Tunnel Rock, a narrow passageway capped by a flat granite boulder, was once the only thoroughfare for road traffic but now only pedestrians are allowed to visit.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62263\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-hospital-rock-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Hospital Rock - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Hospital-Rock-Three-Rivers.d553248621561135810.Vacation-Attraction\">Hospital Rock<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(2:03 in the video) While nature lovers are undoubtedly fulfilled by the epic scenery of Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon National Park, history enthusiasts may be pleased to discover more than ancient tree lines to admire. Enjoy a meal outdoors at Hospital Rock Picnic Area and visit the main attraction here: the ancient petroglyphs painted on the large quartzite rock by Native American artists. Archaeologists have determined that this area was occupied by Native Americans belonging to the Potwisha sub-group of the Monache, dating back as far as 1350. Wheelchairs are accommodated at one large, paved picnic site. Bathrooms are wheelchair accessible.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-crystal-cave-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Crystal Cave - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Crystal-Cave-Sequoia-National-Park.d553248621532641129.Vacation-Attraction\">Crystal Cave<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(2:19 in the video) A visit to Crystal Cave is a must-do in your travel plans. Discover the mysterious underground world of Sequoia National Park when you venture down through the twisting network of dark caves. On your guided tour, pass through the spiderweb-like gate of Crystal Cave and venture further to explore some of the more than 200 marble caverns spanning the cave system. This rare attraction is suitable for all ages making it a great choice for any itinerary.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62265\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-the-four-guardsmen-usa.jpg\" alt=\"The Four Guardsmen - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>The Four Guardsmen<\/h3>\n<p>(3:01 in the video) The Four Guardsmen make for a dramatic entrance to Giant Forest. These huge redwoods soar upwards between the lanes of Generals Highway near the southern edge and entry point of Sequoia National Park. For all motorists driving north from the park\u2019s southern entrance, these giant redwoods make for striking sentries to usher visitors into Giant Forest.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62266\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-giant-forest-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Giant Forest - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Giant-Forest-Museum-Three-Rivers.d553248621561135812.Vacation-Attraction\">Giant Forest<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(3:09 in the video) To see the towering trees, set off down one of the many self-guided trails in the area. The walking paths, many of which are equipped with boardwalks, bridges and fencing, allow visitors to view the majestic trees clearly without compromising the surrounding soil and landscape, which the giant sequoias need to survive. If you have any questions about the hiking routes or the giant sequoias, ask a ranger at the Giant Forest Museum before venturing outside to explore. Learn all about the massive, cloud-skimming tree species that populate the Giant Forest at this small but fascinating museum.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-big-trees-trail-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Big Trees Trail - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Big-Trees-Trail-Three-Rivers.d553248635919228083.Vacation-Attraction\">Big Trees Trail<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(3:57 in the video) One of the world\u2019s largest trees rises from the heart of a flat and accessible trail meandering through one of the biggest sequoia groves on the planet. The Big Trees Trail is a scenic route running between the giant redwoods of Sequoia National Park and its lush green meadows. Well-paved and fairly level, the trail is the perfect setting for a tranquil and accessible hike and is also open to wheelchair use. Stretch your neck muscles to gaze up at some of the tallest living specimens on the planet.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62268\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-general-sherman-usa.jpg\" alt=\"General Sherman- Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/General-Sherman-Tree-Sequoia-National-Park.d553248621532640111.Vacation-Attraction\">General Sherman<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(4:16 in the video) By volume, the General Sherman tree is the world\u2019s largest. This mighty sequoia is over 2,000 years old. Like many of these grove-dwellers, it\u2019s phenomenal size must be seen to be believed. Find the General Sherman, an unmissable attraction, along the 1.4-mile loop of the Big Trees Trail.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62269\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-morro-rock-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Moro Rock - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Moro-Rock-Three-Rivers.d553248621532640110.Vacation-Attraction\">Moro Rock<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(4:38 in the video) On the Giant Forest\u2019s edge, Moro Rock reaches high over the greenery. Climb the 350 steps to its granite peak on a picturesque hike that is one of the park\u2019s most popular. The trail is short and steep, offering views to the west of the canyon carved by the Kaweah River and to the east of snowy peaks of the Great Western Divide of the High Sierra.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-grant-grove-village-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Grant Grove Village - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Grant-Grove-Visitor-Center-Three-Rivers.d553248621561135811.Vacation-Attraction\">Grant Grove Village<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(5:19 in the video) Located just inside the Big Stump entrance of Kings Canyon on Highway 180, Grant Grove Village is the ultimate base and pit stop for travelers to the region. From maps, books and gifts, to lodges, cabins and dining, Grant Grove Village serves as a one-stop-shop to enhance your national park experience. Just down the highway, take in the soaring might of General Grant, the third-largest tree on earth and dubbed the Nation\u2019s Christmas Tree.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62271\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-kings-canyon-scneic-byway-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Kings Canyon Scenic Byway - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Kings Canyon Scenic Byway<\/h3>\n<p>(6:23 in the video) The Kings Canyon Scenic Byway navigates 50 spectacular miles of Californian beauty along Highway 180. The snaking road reaches its end 6 miles past Cedar Grove Village where the rumble of car engines cease and wilderness begins. Many of the parkland\u2019s attractions are connected by this zigzagging passageway, which in itself offers incredible sightseeing for visitors.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62272\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-zumwalt-meadow-usa.jpg\" alt=\"Zumwalt Meadow - Sequoia and Kings Canyon, USA\" width=\"996\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Zumwalt-Meadow-Kings-Canyon-National-Park.d553248621561137003.Vacation-Attraction\">Zumwalt Meadow<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>(7:01 in the video) Follow the self-guided trail at Zumwalt Meadow to indulge in magnificent views of Kings River and the surrounding verdant landscape it sustains. The trail is gentle and scenic making it a great option for families with kids and a fantastic introduction to the park. Be sure to bookend your memorable vacation to Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon with a visit to Zumwalt Meadow.<\/p>\n<p>[\/full-width-paragraph]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>[full-width-paragraph]<\/p>\n<h2>Need more Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon vacation ideas?<\/h2>\n<p>Want some more travel inspiration for your next vacation? Browse through our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/pictures\/california\/sequoia-national-park.d6084619\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon photo gallery<\/a><\/strong> to see more unique pictures of this incredible destination. If you want to broaden your horizons, our wider <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/pictures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">photo gallery<\/a><\/strong> houses pictures from around the world to help you envision that soon-to-be unforgettable vacation.<\/p>\n<p>We have hundreds of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viewfinder.expedia.com\/travel-videos\/?mcicid=social.vf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">travel videos from around the world.<\/a><\/strong> It\u2019s time to get inspired and excited for your next adventure.<\/p>\n<h2>Ready to start planning the trip?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels.d6084619.Travel-Guide-Hotels?tpid=1&amp;eapid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon hotels<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Cheap-Flights-To-Sequoia-National-Park.d6084619.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Flights to Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Sequoia-National-Park.d6084619.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Vacation packages to Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Car-Rentals-In-Sequoia-National-Park.d6084619.Car-Rental-Guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Car rentals in Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Activities in Sequoia &amp; Kings Canyon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This article was originally published on [publish-date]. 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