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Fire Danger is HIGH in the Parks - Observe Current Fire Restrictions
On Saturday, July 14, 2012, fire restrictions began and will continue until further notice. Follow link to read the full news release for info on wood, BBQ, & propane fires, and smoking in campgrounds, picnic, & wilderness areas below 6,000 ft. More »
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Road Construction Delays in Sequoia NP thru end of November 2012 (if entering/exiting Hwy 198)
Expect 20-minute to 1-hour delays on weekdays and 20-minute delays on weekends along main road through parks. Weeknight closures with one pass through the construction zone at 11:30 p.m. See link to schedule and map or call 559-565-3341 (press 1, 1, 1,). More »
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22-foot Vehicle Length Limit in Sequoia NP thru end of November 2012 (if entering/exiting Hwy 198)
Planning to see the "Big Trees" in Sequoia National Park? If you enter/exit via Hwy. 198, all vehicles must be less than 22 feet in length. Even vehicles towing trailers must be less than 22 feet in combined length. Longer vehicles must enter at Hwy. 180. More »
Fire in the Parks
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The fire and fuels management program works to protect ecosystems and communities by restoring fire's natural role in the environment and by reducing hazardous fuels. Be aware that fire and/or smoke may be present in the parks at any time. Click on "Current Fire Information" (to the right) for details. 
NPS Photo Firefighting in the Parks Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a wildland firefighter? Can you work long, hard hours; stay fit, work well with your peers during complex situations? Do you want to protect life and property while returning fire safely to fire-adapted ecosystems? These are challenging, but rewarding jobs. Please visit the crew webpages below to learn more about firefighting jobs. Features |
Current Fire Information
Operations & Fire Dispatch
Fire Science Information Cache
Did You Know?
Of the 75 or so sequoia groves in the world, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks protect 29 of them. More...