Kings Canyon Visitor Center
Facility · California ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Kings Canyon National Park (National Park) · Open Access
- 6,591 ft
- Elevation
The Kings Canyon Visitor Center is located in Grant Grove Village, about three miles north of the Big Stump Entrance Station, at 6,500 feet (1,980 m). Stop in for maps, information, books, gifts, water, and restrooms. Explore exhibits on giant sequoias, Kings Canyon, and the High Sierra, and watch a short park film available in English and Spanish. Operating hours may vary. During the wilderness permit non-quota season, self-issue permits are available at the permit station in the visitor center plaza.
Getting there
On Highway 180 in Grant Grove Village, 3 miles (5 km) east of the Big Stump Entrance.
36.74001, -118.96342 · 36°44'24.1"N 118°57'48.3"W
Typical weather
Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 46°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 46 | 46 | 48 | 52 | 60 | 71 | 79 | 79 | 73 | 63 | 53 | 46 |
| Low °F | 26 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 38 | 46 | 53 | 52 | 47 | 39 | 32 | 25 |
| Precip in | 8.0 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 3.6 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 2.4 | 3.3 | 6.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Kings Canyon Visitor Center
- Can you reserve a site at Kings Canyon Visitor Center?
- No. Kings Canyon Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
Camping near Kings Canyon Visitor Center
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- Millwood OHV Staging Area 2.1 mi · Facility
- Cherry Gap Winter Trailhead 2.6 mi · Facility
- Cherry Gap OHV Staging Area 2.6 mi · Facility
- Quail Flat Winter Trailhead 3.2 mi · Facility
- Cedarbrook Picnic Area 3.5 mi · Facility
- Chicago Stump Trailhead 3.7 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone (559) 565-3341
- Email SEKI_Information@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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