Delays, closures expected in areas of Sequoia National Park
SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Officials with the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks announced Friday that there will be various weekday and daytime closures and delays for visitors starting mid-April.
Park officials say the closures and delays will be for an estimated four-week period between Hospital Rock and Giant Forest Area. The closures and delays are expected to begin around April 15.
This is the last remaining section of the severely damaged roadway along the Generals Highway from the early 2023 winter storms, according to park officials.
During the second four-week phase (set to take place May 13 until June 7), park officials say daytime delays should only be around 30 minutes long.
Access to the Giant Forest Area of Sequoia National Park, featuring the General Sherman Tree, Wuksachi Lodge, Moro Rock, and more, will remain accessible at all times during this timeframe, park officials said.
Park officials say similar road construction will be taking place along the Mineral King Road of Sequoia National Park, but a set date or schedule has not been set.
Road construction by Caltrans outside the park on Highway 180 to Cedar Grove continues, and public access to Cedar Grove is expected to reopen for the season shortly after Caltrans repairs are complete.
Park officials say that delay and closure schedules are subject to change, and urge anyone planning to visit during this time to check the park’s website for the most current information.
