In the May 27 update, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park Superintendent Woody Smeck said there is still no official opening date; however, the Park is still on track for implementing Phase 2A next week. This will include opening access to all roads (including the Mineral King Road), the 800 miles of trails, picnic areas, vista points, restrooms, other day use areas, and wilderness access (including overnight permits) in Sequoia & Kings Canyon Park. Park staff are monitoring indicators, conducting risk assessment, and will seek higher level approval before implementing each phase. Each phase will be in effect for at least 2 weeks during which evaluation will be ongoing.
Regarding the SEKI water systems (including WMK / Cold Spring / Atwell), samples were sent to the state. Some questions were asked and answered. Superintendent Smeck anticipates that approval will be secured and all water systems open next week when Phase 1 is accomplished.
An announcement will be sent when the Park is open to the public. I will forward that press release as soon as I receive it.
We're almost there!
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