Kings Canyon
Stop 28 of 51 on the loop. Stay in Grant Grove CA, give it 2 nights, and plan the day around Kings Canyon Scenic Byway (snow risk).
- State
- CA
- Stay in
- Grant Grove CA
- Nights on this route
- 2
- Month on this route
- May
- Don't miss
- Kings Canyon Scenic Byway (snow risk)
- Getting here
- 57 mi from Three Rivers CA, about 1 h 35 min.
- Next stop
- Yosemite, 146 mi, about 3 h 40 min.
About the Park
Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here. Explore these pages to plan your visit or to learn about the plants and animals here and the threats they face. Ancient giant sequoias may seem invincible, but they, too are vulnerable.
Description from the National Park Service.
Where to Stay
On this route you sleep in Grant Grove CA. Gateway towns have more lodging, groceries and fuel than the park itself. If you want an in-park lodge instead, the busiest parks book up as early as 13 months out.
Entrance Fees
- $35 Private Vehicle
- $30 Motorcycle
- $20 Per person (walk or bike in)
Visitors who aren't U.S. residents pay an extra $100 per person here in 2026.
An $80 America the Beautiful annual pass covers entry at every national park; on a trip like this it pays for itself after three parks. Fees from the NPS, checked 2026-10-18.
Nearby Parks
- Sequoia about 21 mi as the crow flies
- Yosemite about 78 mi as the crow flies
- Death Valley about 118 mi as the crow flies
Official site: https://www.nps.gov/seki/. Route data checked 2026-10-19.