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Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

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Land of Giants

Ranging from 1500' to 14,494' in elevation, these adjoining parks protect immense mountains, deep canyons, huge trees, and stunningly diverse habitats. The Generals Highway climbs over 5000 feet from chaparral and oak-studded foothills to the awe-inspiring sequoia groves. From there, trails lead to the high-alpine wilderness which makes up most of these parks.

Although they were created by separate acts of Congress, Sequoia and Kings Canyon share miles of boundary and are managed as one park. Sequoia was the second national park designated in this country.

Designations

  • September 25, 1890 - Sequoia National Park
  • October 1, 1890 - General Grant National Park
  • March 4, 1940 - Kings Canyon National Park
  • September 28, 1984 - National Wilderness


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