NOTE: AS OF 9/17/2020 TRAVEL UPDATES: Sequoia AND Kings Canyon National Parks are closed to visitors beginning at 5:00 pm. Ash Mountain and Big Stump Entrance gates will be closed. No public access will be allowed. Check on current condition on the park website.
Read the official PARKS NEWSPAPER here for information.
MORE THAN A GATEWAY
Nestled in the foothills below the majestic Sierra Nevada, Visalia is the Gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and is a great home base as you explore the nearby Sequoia National Forest, Sequoia National Monument and public lands.
The city's natural charm and gracious, vibrant community captivate visitors year-round with experiences highlighted by live entertainment, stunning art, rich history, and world-class restaurants.
Savor Visalia’s fresh from the farm cuisine at one of our many sidewalk cafes, take a stroll along Main Street, and tour the nation’s richest agricultural region. Take on hiking, biking, rafting, or a snowshoeing adventures, and relax afterward with a glass of our celebrated local brews. With beautiful weather, friendly people, and hundreds of options to explore, all we need is the explorer – you.
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Visalia invites travelers to experience the beauty, culture, and unique flavor of our destination, year-round.
Visalia is your base camp for exploring Sequoia National Forest.
With more than 800 miles of trails in Tulare County, this region is begging to be explored!
Visalia welcomes families! Check out family friendly activities.
Towering, majestic and undeniably picturesque, you'll find yourself gazing skyward, awestruck by the grandeur of beautiful Giant Sequoia Trees.
