Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks News
Showing the last 10 news releases. Click here to visit nps.gov's Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks - News section for more.
Prescribed Burning in Sequoia National Park Foothills Begins May 21
May 14, 2026 | 8:58 am
Firefighters plan to conduct prescribed burning in the foothills of Sequoia National Park on May 21 – 22. Visitors who enter the parks through the southern entrance may notice this work taking place between the entrance and Foothills Visitor Center.
Cedar Grove Prescribed Burning Begins April 16
April 10, 2026 | 2:14 pm
Fire management staff plan to conduct prescribed burning in the Cedar Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park beginning on April 16. Crews expect to broadcast burn about 92 acres on the valley floor. This work builds on 2025 fuels reduction efforts that treated 261 acres and areas affected by the 2024 Happy Fire.
Winter storm expected at Sequoia and Kings Canyon during holiday week
December 22, 2025 | 5:02 pm
As many families, friends, and solo adventurists often take time to enjoy their national parks over the holiday break, this year it is particularly important to double check the weather forecast and updated road conditions prior to arriving at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
100th Annual Trek to the Nation’s Christmas Tree scheduled for December 14th
December 5, 2025 | 9:16 am
The 100th Annual Trek to the Nation’s Christmas Tree event is taking place on December 14th at 2 p.m. at the historic General Grant Tree in Grant Grove, Kings Canyon National Park. The official ceremony will begin at 2:30p.m. This cherished tradition celebrates the Nation’s Christmas Tree, the General Grant Tree, which holds a significant place in our nation’s history. December 14th is a free entrance day at Sequoia and Kings Canyon.
Thanksgiving weekend in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
November 26, 2025 | 10:45 am
Thanksgiving weekend is typically busy in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, at a time of year when some services and attractions are closed for the winter. Planning will help to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
Solicitation of a Concession Business Opportunity to Operate Pack Station, Guided Trail Rides, Other Services within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
November 19, 2025 | 12:06 pm
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are seeking proposals to provide pack station, guided trail rides, and other services from Cedar Grove Pack Station and Grant Grove Stables within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The new concessioner will provide these services over a 10-year term. The existing contract that has been in place since January 1, 2019, concludes on December 31, 2026. The new contract will provide the same services as those offered under the current contract.
Residential firewood permits available in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
November 13, 2025 | 3:45 pm
Surplus wood in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is now available to the public by permit. Residential firewood permits are free and must be obtained before wood can be removed. There is a limit of six cords per family per year. Firewood is available on a first-come first-served basis until the supply is gone. This wood is a result of tree mortality, and were trees deemed to be a potential hazard to visitors or property within the parks.
Tourism to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks contributes $230 million to local economy
September 29, 2025 | 5:26 pm
A new National Park Service report shows that a record 2,008,962 visitors to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in 2024 spent $192.5 million in communities near the park. That spending had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $230.9 million.
Planning for a Busy Labor Day Weekend, Construction Projects to Follow at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
August 28, 2025 | 12:00 am
Labor Day Weekend marks the end of the summer season and is historically a busy time at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. For an enjoyable visit, it is important for visitors to plan ahead and be prepared for congestion in the parks.
Rangers remove illegal marijuana cultivation site from Sequoia National Park
August 21, 2025 | 12:17 pm
National Park Service law enforcement rangers, in cooperation with special agents from the Bureau of Land Management, removed an illegal marijuana cultivation site in Sequoia National Park last week.