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Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

California, USA Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed 36.292°, -118.706°
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Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance -- California park
Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance California · Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed
About this park

Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

Kings Canyon National Park – Big Stump Entrance in California offers access to stunning granite cliffs, deep canyons, sequoia groves, and alpine scenery. Known for General Grant Tree, the "Nation’s Christmas Tree," and remnants of historic logging at Big Stump Grove, the park also features waterfalls, dark skies, and diverse wildlife like black bears and mule deer. Open year-round (some areas seasonal), entry is $35/vehicle (7-day pass). Top attractions include Grant Grove, Panoramic Point, and Zumwalt Meadow. Popular hikes: General Grant Loop and Big Stump Trail. Best visited late spring–fall for full access and clear weather.
StateCalifornia
WatershedTulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Latitude36.2920°
Longitude-118.7060°
In the park

Streamflow in Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.

GaugeFlow
Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca · 6.76 ft gage 0 cfs
In the park

Snowpack in Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

Current snow depth at SNOTEL stations inside the park boundary.

Snow stationSnowpack
Blackcap Basin Goes 1 in
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Trails in Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

Named trails whose route falls inside the park.

Alta Trail
9.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Alta-Panther Gap Trail
3.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Bear Hill Trail
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Meadows Trail
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Trees Trail
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Boulder Grove Road
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Buck Rock Road
4.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Buck Rock Spur
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Burton Road
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Colony Mill Trail
10.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Congress Trail
0.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Congress Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Crescent Meadow Loop Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Deer Meadow Trail
3.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Evelyn Lake Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Giant Forest-Alta Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Heart Meadow Road
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Horse Corral Creek Road
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Horse Corral Road
3.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Horse Corral Spur
0.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Hotel Creek Trail
3.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Jo Pass Trail
4.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Kanawyer Trail
10.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Kennedy Grove
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Kennedy Grove Road
0.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Lakes Trail
7.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Lakes Trail - The Hump
1.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Lakes Trail - The Watchtower
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Little Boulder Road
2.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Little Boulder Spur
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Long Meadow Loop Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Lost Lake Trail
0.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Meadows Spur
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Middle Fork Kaweah Trail
11.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Mitchell Peak Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Moro Rock Trail
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Mount Maddox Spur
0.5 mi · Hiking, Running
North Big Meadow Spur
0.5 mi · Hiking, Running
North Big Meadow Spur
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
North Heart Meadow Road
4.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Panther Gap Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Paradise Creek Trail
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Ranger Lake Trail
0.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Rimrock Trail
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Seville Lake Trail
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Shell Mountain Road
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Sherman Tree Trail
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Silliman Pass North Trail
5.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Silliman Pass South Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Silliman Pass Trail
7.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Sunset Meadow Road
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Tharp's Log Trail
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Tokopah Falls Trail
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Tornado Road
6.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Trail Of The Sequoias
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Twin Lakes Trail
5.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Washington Tree Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Whiskey Log Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Wolverton Cutoff Trail
3.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Wuksachi Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
In the park

Camping in Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

Campgrounds inside the park, with today's conditions score.

Detailed forecast

Plan your visit down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.

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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace

Know before you go
Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
Stay on trail
Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
Respect wildlife
Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
Pack it in, pack it out
Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
Leave what you find
Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance

What can I do at Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance?

Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).

How fresh is the weather data?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.

When is the best time to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.

How do I get to Kings Canyon National Park - Big Stump Entrance?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

Land designation

Park & land designation reference

A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.