National Park · California

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Giant sequoia groves and deep canyons in California’s Sierra Nevada.

2026 entrance fee

$35 per vehicle (7 days)

Non-U.S. residents (16+): +$100 per person on top of the standard fee — unless you hold an annual pass.

America the Beautiful — U.S. resident $80/yr
America the Beautiful — non-resident $250/yr

The annual pass covers entrance and standard day-use at ~2,000 federal recreation sites for 12 months.

RV & camper tips

Lodgepole and Dorst campgrounds take larger RVs; the Generals Highway has tight, winding sections — check length limits before towing.

Camping

NPS-operated campgrounds are available (reservations recommended in peak season).

Official site: nps.gov/seki/index.htm

On this park

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks FAQ

How much does it cost to enter Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks in 2026?
$35 per vehicle (7 days) is the standard 7-day rate. An America the Beautiful pass ($80 U.S. resident / $250 non-resident) covers this entrance fee for 12 months.
Does the $100 non-resident surcharge apply at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks?
Yes. Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks is one of the 11 parks where non-U.S. residents aged 16 and over pay a $100 per-person fee on top of the standard entrance fee. A valid America the Beautiful annual pass (including the $250 non-resident pass) waives it. U.S. residents are not charged the surcharge.
Can I camp with an RV at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks?
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks has NPS-operated campgrounds. Lodgepole and Dorst campgrounds take larger RVs; the Generals Highway has tight, winding sections — check length limits before towing.

Source: National Park Service — Fees & Passes / Nonresident Fees ; non-resident fee: nps.gov/aboutus/nonresident-fees.htm — retrieved 2026-08-09. Entrance fees can change and some parks price seasonally; always confirm the exact rate for your entry type and date on the park's official NPS page before you travel. This page is an independent travel-resource summary and is not affiliated with the National Park Service.

Data sources & methodology

  • 2026 rental rates Per-class nightly rates, mileage, and cleaning/insurance fees as current market estimates.
  • Fuel & campgrounds MPG ranges by class and $35/night campground average used for budget estimates.
  • Internal editorial Guides and calculators reviewed by the RvRove editorial team before publication.

Methodology and citations are maintained by the RvRove editorial team. Where an official schedule is not yet loaded, results are shown as model estimates and the source is stated as a reference.

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