Plant Pursuit

Join a park ranger on a 0.5 mile (0.8 km) walk on a dirt path to search for colorful springtime flowers and other foothills plants to explore the role they play within their dynamic ecosystem. Meet at the parking area beyond site 14 in the Potwisha Campground.

Meet at in the Marble Falls parking area beyond site 14 in the Potwisha Campground in Sequoia National Park.

Big Trees Talk

What does it take to be one of the largest living things on earth? Meet at the General Grant Tree (7-minute walk from parking area) for this ranger-led talk.

Meet at the General Grant Tree (7-minute walk from parking area) for this ranger-led talk.

Springtime Stroll

Take a ranger-guided 1.5 mile (2.4 km) nature walk to the Paradise Creek trail and learn about springtime in the Foothills.

Meet at the Hospital Rock Picnic Area

Grant Tree Walk

Join a park ranger to explore the Grant Grove of giant sequoias. Why so big? Why so old? Why have people been coming here for centuries? Meet at the Grant Tree Trailhead, for the 0.5 mile (0.8 km) easy walk.

Meet at the Grant Tree Trailhead, for the 0.5 mile (0.8 km) easy walk.

Giant Forest Snowshoe Walk

Join a park ranger on a moderately strenuous guided walk through the snow-covered Giant Forest. Snowshoes are provided, though hiking boots or waterproof shoes are required. Bring warm layered clothing, gloves, hats, and sunglasses. Snowshoe walks may be canceled due to......More

Join a park ranger on a moderately strenuous guided walk through the snow-covered Giant Forest. Snowshoes are provided, though hiking boots or waterproof shoes are required. Bring warm layered clothing, gloves, hats, and sunglasses. Snowshoe walks may be canceled due to unfavorable conditions or hazardous weather.

Meet at the Giant Forest Museum in Sequoia National Park

Journey to the Giants

As you drive the Generals Highway, take a pit stop to learn how the park’s infrastructure was built and the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Program is wheelchair accessible. 

Tunnel Rock

Springtime Stroll

Take a ranger-guided 1.5 mile (2.4 km) nature walk to the Paradise Creek trail and learn about springtime in the Foothills.

Meet at the Hospital Rock Picnic Area

Big Trees Talk

What does it take to be one of the largest living things on earth? Meet at the General Grant Tree (7-minute walk from parking area) for this ranger-led talk.

Meet at the General Grant Tree (7-minute walk from parking area) for this ranger-led talk.

Forest Feature

Discover an aspect of the Giant Forest during this ranger-led talk. Program is wheelchair accessible.

Meet at the Sentinel Tree in front of the Giant Forest Museum in Sequoia National Park.

An Iconic Image

Stop by the Sequoia Park Entrace Sign for an introduction to the National Park Service by learning about the significance of the official patch and iconic park ranger hat. All programs are subject to change or cancelation at any time. Event is wheelchair accessible.

Sequoia National Park Entrance Sign

Giant Forest Snowshoe Walk

Join a park ranger on a moderately strenuous guided walk through the snow-covered Giant Forest. Snowshoes are provided, though hiking boots or waterproof shoes are required. Bring warm layered clothing, gloves, hats, and sunglasses. Snowshoe walks may be canceled due to......More

Join a park ranger on a moderately strenuous guided walk through the snow-covered Giant Forest. Snowshoes are provided, though hiking boots or waterproof shoes are required. Bring warm layered clothing, gloves, hats, and sunglasses. Snowshoe walks may be canceled due to unfavorable conditions or hazardous weather.

Meet at the Giant Forest Museum in Sequoia National Park

Critter Chat

There is more to Kings Canyon than big trees or canyons! Discover animals that make Kings Canyon National Park unique. Suitable for families and children. Meet at the Kings Canyon Visitor Center.

Kings Canyon Visitor Center

Big Trees Talk

What does it take to be one of the largest living things on earth? Meet at the General Grant Tree (7-minute walk from parking area) for this ranger-led talk.

Meet at the General Grant Tree (7-minute walk from parking area) for this ranger-led talk.

Junior Ranger Day Table

Celebrate Junior Ranger Day in Kings Canyon National Park! Stop by our Junior Ranger Touch Table for hands-on, interactive displays and activities. Kids can become a Junior Ranger by completing a booklet and earning a Junior Ranger badge.

Kings Canyon Visitor Center in Grant Grove Village. The event will take place outside but may be moved in the event of cold weather.