🚗 Transportation Tips for Visiting Sequoia National Park

#transportation Heading to the towering trees and scenic trails of Sequoia National Park? Here’s how to make your travel smooth and stress-free! 🚙 Getting There The most common access points are through the towns of Three Rivers (south entrance via Highway 198) and Fresno/Visalia (north entrance via Highway 180). 🔸 Highway 198 is narrower and windier—avoid if you’re in a large RV. 🔸 Highway 180 is more RV-friendly and direct to the Giant Forest. 🅿️ Parking & Getting Around 🚘 Parking is available at key trailheads, but fills up fast—arrive early! 🚌 Summer Shuttle Service: Free in-park shuttle operates between visitor centers and major sites (like General Sherman Tree, Giant Forest Museum). 💡 Tip: Park at the Foothills Visitor Center and ride the shuttle in peak season. ❄️ Winter Considerations Chains may be required—check weather and road conditions on the NPS site. 🚫 Some roads like the Generals Highway may be closed during snowstorms. ⛽ Fuel Up First There are no gas stations in the park. Top off in nearby towns like Three Rivers or Grant Grove Village before entering. 🗺️ Navigation Tips 📵 Cell signal is limited—download offline maps or grab a paper map at a visitor center. 🚫 GPS can be misleading in mountain areas—follow park signage. 🌲 Bonus Local Tip Entering early through the Big Stump Entrance (Hwy 180) gets you to the scenic Kings Canyon area too—it’s like a two-for-one park visit! Let the road lead you to ancient giants—Sequoia National Park is worth every mile! 🌄🌲