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Sequoia National Park

California, USA Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed 36.292°, -118.706°
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Sequoia National Park -- California park
Sequoia National Park California · Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes watershed
About this park

Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park in California is renowned for its towering giant sequoias, including the General Sherman Tree—the world’s largest tree by volume. This Sierra Nevada gem features dramatic scenery, waterfalls, deep canyons, dark skies, and iconic rock formations like Moro Rock. Open year-round (some roads close in winter), the best time to visit is May–October. Entry is $35/vehicle for 7 days. Top activities include hiking the Congress Trail, exploring Crystal Cave, and spotting black bears, deer, and marmots. Don’t miss Tunnel Log and scenic drives like Generals Highway. Stargazing is excellent due to minimal light pollution.
StateCalifornia
WatershedTulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Latitude36.2920°
Longitude-118.7060°
In the park

Streamflow in Sequoia National Park

Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.

GaugeFlow
Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca · 6.96 ft gage 2 cfs
In the park

Trails in Sequoia National Park

Named trails whose route falls inside the park.

Alta Trail
9.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Alta-Panther Gap Trail
3.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Army Pass Trail
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Atwell Hockett Trail
8.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Atwell-Hockett Trail
8.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Bear Hill Trail
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Arroyo Trail
8.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Five Lakes Trail
4.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Trees Trail
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Black Rock Pass Trail
7.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Blossom Lakes Trail
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Cahoon Rock Trail
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Cold Spring Nature Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Colony Mill Trail
10.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Congress Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Crabtree Lakes Trail
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Crescent Meadow Loop Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Eagle Lake Trail
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Evelyn Lake Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Farewell Gap Trail
9.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Franklin Pass Trail
5.8 mi · Hiking, Running
High Sierra Trail
48.1 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
John Dean Cutoff
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Kern-Kaweah Trail
7.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Lakes Trail
7.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Lone Pine Creek Trail
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Long Meadow Loop Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Lost Canyon Trail
5.3 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Lower To Upper Crabtree Meadows Trail
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Middle Fork Kaweah Trail
11.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Middle Fork Kaweah Trail
0.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Moraine Lake Trail
4.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Moro Rock Trail
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Mosquito Lakes Trail
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Over The Hill Trail
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Panther Gap Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Paradise Creek Trail
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Rimrock Trail
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Rock Creek Lake Trail
3.3 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Sawtooth Pass Trail
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Sherman Tree Trail
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Shotgun Pass Trail
4.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Soda Creek Trail
6.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Soldier Lake Trail
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Tharp's Log Trail
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Tokopah Falls Trail
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Trail Of The Sequoias
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Tuohy Cutoff
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Tyndall Creek Ranger Station Trail
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Upper Big Five Lakes Trail
1.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Upper Kern - Tyndall Cutoff
3.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Upper Kern Canyon Trail
4.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Upper Rock Creek Trail
1.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Wallace Lake Trail
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Washington Tree Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Whiskey Log Trail
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
White Chief Trail
3.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Wolverton Cutoff Trail
3.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Wright Creek Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Wuksachi Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Detailed forecast

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Hourly detail

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5-day forecast table

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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 Sequoia National Park 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 Sequoia National Park

What can I do at Sequoia National Park?

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 Sequoia National Park?

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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.