Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Name: Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Brand: City Balloon Tours
SKU: 1112219
Price: 11.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.00 (5 reviews)

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kings Canyon National Park with our immersive audio tour! Stroll through towering sequoias, deep valleys, and pristine rivers while our guides share captivating stories and fascinating facts about the park’s rich history, diverse wildlife, and stunning landscapes. Learn about the forces that carved out this magnificent canyon and the conservation efforts that preserve its natural wonders. Perfect for families, adventurers, and nature lovers, our tour offers an informative and enjoyable experience. Simply download, plug in your headphones, and set off on an unforgettable journey through the majestic Kings Canyon National Park!

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What's Included

Take the tour when you want
Tours NEVER expire
Freedom to explore at your own pace
Tour Start is Customizable
Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

Private transportation
Meals and refreshment
Parking Fees

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Meeting Location

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Three Rivers
CA 93271, USA

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Big Stump Picnic Area

The Big Stump Picnic Area is the first stop on this tour. From the picnic area an easy two-mile loop leads to Big Stump itself, which is what’s left of the Mark Twain Tree. Before it was chopped down and put on display in the American Museum of Natural History in New York, and the British Museum in London, the tree was a whopping 16 feet in diameter, and over 300 feet tall.

45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Redwood Mountain Overlook

Pull up to Redwood Mountain Overlook to see Redwood Mountain Grove. Spanning almost 2,500 acres, it’s the biggest sequoia grove in the whole world. Below the overlook in Redwood Canyon, hikes include the Sugarbowl Loop at 6.8 miles, or 11 kilometers long, and the Hart Tree Loop at 7.3 miles, or 11.8 kilometers long. To reach the trailhead, drive about a half mile east from the overlook and follow the signs for Redwood Canyon. Then it's a 2 mile drive on a dirt road to the trailhead.

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kings Canyon Overlook

You don’t need long hikes to see breathtaking views in this park. And at Kings Canyon Overlook, you just have to pull up for a gorgeous panoramic view. Yup, it overlooks the park’s namesake natural wonder, Kings Canyon itself. The park’s claim to fame is that it’s almost 2,000 feet deeper than the Grand Canyon! While Kings Canyon reaches 8,200 feet, or 2,500 meters deep, the Grand Canyon’s depth maxes out at just 6,000 feet deep.

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kings Canyon Visitor Center

At Kings Canyon Visitor Center in Grant Grove Village, you can learn all about the park and watch a short film about it. It has a Sequoia Parks Conservancy Store that also sells maps, books, and souvenirs. Next door is the Grant Grove Market, which sells basic necessities and food. The Grant Grove Restaurant is also there, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grant Grove

Here's where you see the General Grant Tree, AKA the world’s second-largest tree. It’s also home to the Fallen Monarch, Gamlin Cabin, and the Centennial Stump. The General Grant Tree is 268 feet tall and 107 feet around. You can reach it on a third of a mile, easy, paved loop trail.

45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Panoramic Point

Here’s a great look at Kings Canyon without the need to drive into it. This high-elevation view also includes Hume Lake. The view is only a few steps away from the parking lot. If you want more alpine scenery, then check out the trail to the Park Ridge Fire Lookout. This is a 5 mile, or 8 km, moderately difficult hike to a fire lookout tower. There may even be a volunteer fire observer to say hello to.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

McGee Vista Point

Here’s another great view! While looking down from McGee Vista Point you’ll see the damage done by the Rough Fire. During the tour, you’ll learn more about the unique relationship between wildfire and sequoia trees.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Junction view

At Junction View, you’ll be treated to a panoramic view of the Western Sierra all the way to Mount Whitney, which is the tallest peak in the lower 48 states. The overlook gets its name from the view of the junction of the Middle and South forks of the King River, and a view of Kings Canyon.

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Yucca Point

The drive into the canyon is a long, twisty one, so take advantage of another scenic overlook to get out of the car and get another great look at the Sierra Nevada. This overlook sits above the Kings River.

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Scenic Byway Viewpoint

The Scenic Byway Viewpoint offers an awesome view of the limestone vein, also known as marble, that runs through the park. Look for the gray stone in contrast to the surrounding ground cover.

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Boyden Cavern

Take a guided tour of this incredible marble cavern, filled with stalactites, stalagmites, and other rock formations. Guided tours are 45 minutes to an hour long. Tours of the caverns are run by a small company and charge a small fee for entrance. Keep in mind there is a short, but steep walk from the parking lot to the cave entrance.

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Grizzly Falls Picnic Area

At Grizzly Falls Picnic Area you can relax by the waterfall, which cascades about 80 feet down in a shaded part of the forest. The falls are a short walk from the picnic area and the parking lot, and it’s a great place to eat lunch. Restrooms make it a convenient stop, but the waterfall is a must-see.

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cedar Grove Visitor Center

The second and last visitor center of the day is the Cedar Grove Visitor Center. It’s located in the heart of Cedar Grove Village. It offers information about the area’s natural and cultural history, and is open seasonally, from around Memorial Day through mid-September. The Sequoia Parks Conservancy Store inside the visitor center is a good place to pick up souvenirs, clothing, and other knick-knacks.

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Knapp's cabin

Go back in time at Knapp’s Cabin and get a gorgeous view of the canyon. This riverside cabin belonged to a man named George O. Knapp, who brought friends on fishing trips here. It’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is reachable via a short trail from the parking area.

10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Roaring River Falls

It doesn’t get any more peaceful than spending time by Roaring River Falls. It’s reached by an easy, nearly third-of-a-mile, out-and-back trail. From there, you can continue to Zumwalt Meadows on a four-mile, or 6 kilometer trail.

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zumwalt Meadow Trail

Walking to Zumwalt Meadows is a can’t-miss Kings Canyon experience. You can reach this gorgeous meadow by an easy, 0.75 mile, out-and-back trail. Keep an eye out for wildlife there.

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Muir Rock

Muir Rock is the last stop on the tour, and the canyon naturally saved the best for last. The rock is a flat slab resting on the bank of the Kings River, and it’s a fabulous place to sit in peace. Local lore says that John Muir loved to hang out there and chat with passersby. The rock is just a short easy walk from the parking area.

15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Optional Starting Points: • Highway 180, heading towards the Big Stump Entrance • Highway 245, heading towards the Big Stump Entrance
Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.

The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
Kings Canyon Visitor Center open daily (weather permitting) — free Wi-Fi available there
No gas stations in the park — fill up before arriving
Elevation changes throughout the park — check the forecast and pack layers ••••••

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-102020P111

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

The following is included:

Take the tour when you want.
Tours NEVER expire.
Freedom to explore at your own pace.
Tour Start is Customizable.
Offline map (no wifi or data needed).
Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations.
Turn-by-turn directions using GPS.
Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music.
Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive.

The following is NOT included:

Private transportation.
Meals and refreshment.
Parking Fees.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?

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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?

Accessibility information for the Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

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Kings Canyon National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

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