126: Sequoia and Kings Canyon Trip Report

In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we're taking you on a trip report of our summer research journey to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks! Join us as we share our honest and hilarious lessons learned, from the shockingly subpar lodging to some serious, heart-stopping experiences with rivers, falling trees, and even a rogue bear. Get ready for a dose of reality and a whole lot of fun as we help you navigate Sequoia Kings! Join us as we discuss... Why the lodges in Sequoia Kings are all about location, location, location, and not much else The heartbreaking reality of the 2021 fire and the lessons we learned about the importance of natural fire cycles The terrifying moment that reminded us why you need to be extra careful around water The way that we learned how “widow maker” trees got their name Why we were completely unprepared for our hilariously disastrous boat ride on Hume Lake The insane, reality TV-worthy spectacle we witnessed right in front of us If you’re planning your first or your next trip to Sequoia Kings, we hope these lessons will help you have a smooth and unforgettable trip!  If you have any of your own stories to share about Sequoia Kings, be sure to head over to the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram pages and let us know! For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources and deals to get your trip-planning started, check out the full show notes. Getting ready for a trip to Sequoia Kings, or another national park? Check out our free resources, including more podcast episodes, a master reservation list, a national park checklist, and a trip packing list to keep your trip planning stress-free! Sequoia Kings Podcast Episodes Sequoia Kings Free Resources  Master Reservation List National Park Checklist National Park Trip Packing List

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