Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness

The Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness is a 768,222-acre protected area in the Sierra Nevada. This area lies within Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park and is managed by the National Park Service. 

This designated Wilderness includes almost everything off the main roads in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. This pristine nature is even more special because it sits adjacent to other stunning Wilderness areas like the John Muir Wilderness and the Golden Trout Wilderness, which together form some of the most stunning and uninterrupted backcountry areas in the world. Here you will find some of the country's largest trees, highest mountains, and deepest canyons. It's got lush meadows, sparkling alpine lakes, rushing rivers, and miles upon miles of trails. 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Wild and Scenic Rivers

  • Kern River  

  • Middle Fork and South Fork of the Kings River

• There is access to Mount Whitney (14,505'), the tallest peak in the contiguous United States.

• The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) runs south-north for over 100 miles.

• John Muir Trail (JMT) runs south to north for more than 90 miles.

• The High Sierra Trail runs through the Wilderness from east to west. 

THINGS TO DO

Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness offers premier outdoor activities including: 

• Hiking

• Backpacking

• Camping

• Picnicking 

• Wildlife viewing

• Trail running

• Rock climbing

BACKCOUNTRY PERMITS

A permit is required for overnight backcountry stays. Permits can be reserved in advance through www.recreation.gov.  For more information please visit https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/wilderness_permits.htm. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness Permit Reservations

NPS - Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness

Sequoia & Kings Canyon Wilderness Office 

Phone: 1(559)-565-3766  

Email: seki_wilderness_office@nps.gov