Hume Lake Ranger District
Hume Lake Ranger District is the northern most portion of Giant Sequoia National Monument and neighbors to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. This 195,606-acre district has elevations range from about 1,000 feet, along the Kings River to 11,000 feet, the peak of Mt Harrington and home to 13 Sequoia Groves and the majestic Kings Canyon.
The district also includes 2 wilderness areas, 18 developed campgrounds (including 4 groups sites), 2 rental cabins, developed day use areas, 113 miles of trails, 150 miles of Off-Highway- Vehicle trails, 25 groomed snow trails and much more.
THE SCENIC BYWAY INTO KINGS CANYON IS CLOSED AT THE HUME LAKE JUNCTION (along Highway 180) AS OF NOVEMBER 12, 2024 FOR THE WINTER SEASON.
Recreation Sites
Aspen Hollow Group Campground
Site Closed
Aspen Hollow Group sits at an elevation of 5,300 feet within the Giant Sequoia National Monument, adjacent to Kings Canyon National Park. The campground sits just one mile from Hume Lake, an 87-acre…
Big Meadow Cabin
Site Closed
Big Meadows Cabin is nestled at the edge of Big Meadows at an elevation of 7,600 feet and provides a wonderful view of the meadow and surrounding mountains. You will enjoy moments of sitting on the…
Big Meadow Campground
Site Closed
This campground, at an elevation of 7,500 feet, is located near vast meadows and high granite mountains. There are 30 single units and 8 double units.Natural Features: An open meadow that is…
Big Meadow Winter Trailhead
Site Open
During the winter months, this location provides for many types of recreation. One can park here and begin a day of cross country skiing, snow shoeing, or snowmobiling. Sharing the forest is…
Big Meadows Trailhead
Site Closed
The Big Meadows trailhead provides numerous opportunities to explore the beautiful Jennie Lakes Wilderness. The trailhead has parking available along with one vault toilet. The info boards by…
Boole Tree
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The Boole Tree is the 6th largest Giant sequoia tree in the world, and the largest known Sequoia on Forest Service lands. The tree was named around 1895 by A.H. Sweeny, a Fresno doctor, after…
Boole Tree Trailhead
Site Open
The Boole Tree trailhead is approximately 4.2 miles north of Grant Grove Village (east) on Highway 180 to FS Road 13S55. The trail begins at the parking area and heads uphill through a mixed…
Boyden Cavern
Site Closed
Boyden Cavern is located in Kings Canyon, Giant Sequoia National Monument, and lies beneath the massive 2,000 foot high marble walls of the famous Kings Gates. The cavern features stalactites,…
Buck Rock Campground
Site Closed
This campground sits at 7,600 ft elevation. It is nearby to Big Meadow Creek, Buck Rock Lookout, and trails into Jennie Lakes wilderness.Natural Features: The Sequoia National Forest is located at…
Buck Rock Lookout
Site Closed
Located in the Sequoia National Forest, Buck Rock Lookout sits perched atop a granite dome and offers a breathtaking view of the Great Western Divide and other spectacular high mountain peaks of the…