Kings Canyon National Park

Investigate the General Grant Grove on this guided walk through the old-growth giant sequoia forest. The walk lasts for 1 hour and covers a distance of 0.5 miles (0.8km). Accessibility: This trail features tactile information panels, with raised illustrations and Braille text. While paved, the trail has steep sections and is not designated as wheelchair-accessible. A separate short trail that leads around the General Grant Tree includes stairs, but can be bypassed to complete the loop. Benches are placed in pullouts along the trails. There is one accessible parking space, accessible flush restrooms, and drinking fountains at the trailhead.

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Program DescriptionA brief yet enriching program that highlights a remarkable natural process or cultural story from the Giant Forest. This short talk offers a focused glimpse into what makes the grove extraordinary. Program DetailsLength: 20 to 30 minute talkLocation: Outside the Giant Forest MuseumSeating: Limited seating may be available Getting ThereDrive: The Giant Forest Museum is along Generals Highway. Parking is available directly across the road from the museum. However, this lot fills early—often by 10 am. To park at the museum, arriving before mid‑morning is recommended. If lot is full, proceed to next shuttle bus parking area.Shuttle: The free Sequoia Shuttle operates in Giant Forest and Lodgepole during the summer season. Take Route 1 to reach the Giant Forest Museum. All shuttle buses and routes are wheelchair accessible. Check your park newspaper or bulletin boards for route information.Walk: Many trails lead to the Giant Forest Museum. Check your park newspaper for a trail map of the Giant Forest. AccessibilityThis program is ADA accessible. There may be limited seating for this event. From the Giant Forest Museum Accessible Parking Area, a paved path leads to the front of the museum. The trail is about 150 feet (46 m) long.