Hiking in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, CA, please refer to the Sequoia & Kings Canyon NPS website, the California’s COVID-19 Government website and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

What you get on this adventure:

• • A private, medically-trained naturalist guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • A full-day or 2 days of hiking depending on your chosen itinerary
  • Gourmet picnic lunch and refreshments
  • Round-trip transportation from the meeting point to the trailhead and back

What’s not included:

• • Transportation before and after the trip
  • Transportation from nearby major cities (San Francisco, LA, Sacramento)
  • Accommodations
  • Meals except for lunch and refreshments
  • Caving excursion on the 1-day hike in Kings Canyon National Park (additional fee payable on site)
  • Park entry fees
  • Parking

In order to participate in this moderately strenuous hiking adventures, you need to be reasonably fit and have a bit of hiking experience. The best thing about hiking in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is that there are incredible options for all skill levels. For beginner hikes, if you can walk for four to six hours with little elevation gain, you are good to go! Intermediate hikes will see a little more change in elevation and hikes will start to increase in length, hiking anywhere between four to eight miles. Keep in mind, the weather in summer can be very hot and you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

• • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (20+ L bag)
  • Warm jacket
  • Waterproof rain jacket
  • Rain pants — optional
  • Wool socks
  • Breathable wicking layers
  • Warm hat or sunhat
  • Buff or neck scarf
  • Lightweight hiking pants
  • Spare clothes for layering
  • Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  • Pack cover
  • Hiking poles — optional
  • Reusable water bottles or hydration bladders (2L capacity)
  • Biodegradable toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, insect repellent, toilet paper, etc.)
  • Personal first-aid kit (including blister treatment)
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera — optional (but recommended)

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and prices:

• • For these private adventures, the usual group sizes are between 1-10 people.
  • Cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to hike with friends and family!

Hiking in Sequoia and Kings Canyon NPs can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

To get to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, most people fly into Fresno Yosemite International Airport 1.5 hours from Sequoia National Park and 1 hour away from Kings Canyon National Park. From there, you can rent a car or take a bus.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.

For 2 days of Hiking in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, you can pay an additional $950 for transportation from nearby major cities (San Francisco, Los Angeles or Sacramento) each way. Contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.