Glaciers helped shape the distinctive landforms of the high alpine country in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
In Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the dynamic landscape evolves from geologic processes working over millennia to sculpt granite, marble and other forms of rock. Here in the parks are canyons carved by rivers and glaciers, towering rugged peaks and miles of underground caverns. Found throughout the park are thousands of lakes and ponds and miles of rivers and streams; together they form important watersheds in the park. These watersheds are a valuable source of water not only to park resources but also to the inhabitants of California’s Central Valley.
Fire in the Parks Learn about this important program. more...
Cave Tours Fees, times, and know-before-you-go information on Crystal Cave tours. more...
Giant Forest Restoration Project Learn how the parks are restoring this sequoia grove. more...
Did You Know?
Although California's state flag has a grizzly bear on it, no grizzlies live in California anymore. The last known grizzly in the state was shot in 1922 just outside what is now Kings Canyon National Park. The remaining bears are all black bears -- no matter what color they are.