Kings Canyon National Park

Kings Canyon National Park

When We entered the park, it was through the neighboring Sequoia National Park. These two parks boarder each other and are often referred to as Kings and Sequoia National Parks. They are distinct separate parks but share many similarities. They both are located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and have a plentiful amount of sequoias. Sequoia National Park is home to General Sherman - the world’s largest tree by volume. Kings Canyon is home to General Grant - the world’s second largest tree in the world.

Unfortunately, we didn’t get the full experience of Kings Canyon due to a road closer. However, we loved the Canyon views we were able to take in from above! We took a dirt road on the top of one side of the canyon and it was impressive and scary looking at the views below. the road continued down to a lake. we saw many duck in the lake and stayed to watch them.

Once we got back up that canyon road, we made our way to see General Grant. It was a very impressive tree for sure, but all the trees combined in Grant Grove made for an enchanting and surreal experience. There was a nice walking path to view the area that makes accessibility easy! As we got to the far end of the path there was a spot to leave the trail and get up close to a few sequoias. (Going of the trail in not permitted unless marked or open.) As we got to the open area and sat under the majesty of the sequoias, I had suddenly wished I had more time to just sit there. The stillness and beauty of the trees and nature around me was relaxing, peaceful and downright magical.

We continued on the path to head out and continued to enjoy all the sights and sounds of nature around us. When we got to the car we carried on to the visitors center before concluding our time there. This is definitely on of my top favorite National Parks. I rarely travel to the same place twice, but this is worth a trip back at some point in the future! I highly recommend visiting this park!