Sequoia Park Update 5/20/2020

According to SEKI Superintendent Woody Smeck, there is still no opening date to announce, but they are working toward a target of the first week of June to open all roads, Mineral King gates, campgrounds, trails, back country, etc.  They should have a more specific date by next week.

The Sequoia Shuttle will not be available this summer; possibly in the fall.  The Lemon Hill launch ramp to Lake Kaweah is open.  There were quite a number of boaters lined up earlier this week to use it!

Important Note: The Mineral King Ranger Station will remain closed at least through the first phase of the Park reopening.  Overnight permits will be available ONLY by phone or email. Consequently, advanced reservations are required for ALL wilderness permits in the 2020 season. No walk-up permits will be issued.  For more information, see https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/wilderness_permits.htm

As more information becomes available, I will pass it along.  Stay safe, everyone!