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.

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Other surcharge parks

Acadia National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Bryce Canyon National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Everglades National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Glacier National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Grand Canyon National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Grand Teton National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Rocky Mountain National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days) Yellowstone National Park $35 per vehicle (7 days)

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.

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