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Sequoia National Park: (6 MI/ 9.66 KM )
http://www.sequoia.national-park.com/

Nature at its best. Sequoia National Park is a place like no other. California's first national park and America's second oldest (after Yellowstone) was established in 1890. The General Sherman Tree is the largest living thing on earth, and seeing the groves of giant sequoias is an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

Depending on the time of the year, you will see magnificent waterfalls, awe-inspiring views, and meadows filled with wildflowers and wildlife. In Kings Canyon are the sheer granite cliffs of the deepest canyon in North America and crystal clear lakes.

Visit Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks with the world's largest living trees. Try white water rafting. Visit a winery, have a picnic and enjoy a hayride through the vineyards. Listen to jazz by the river or watch a real cowboy roping event.

Explore the picturesque country village, its winding roads, shaded by oak and sycamore trees, revel in its exquisite galleries and meet internationally acclaimed artists.

In the evening. . . listen to the splashing of the rivers, feel the breeze, and enjoy a variety of epicurean delights and music. Return to the comfort of the Comfort Inn & Suites to relax in its peaceful ambiance with views of the surrounding foothills.

  • JAZZAFFAIR - an annual Tradional and Contemporary Jazz festival celebrating more than 30 years of providing one of the top venues for jazz music on the West Coast.
  • Paul Bunyan - Three Rivers Historical Society Museum - displaying artifacts, artwork, and memorabilia from Three Rivers and the surrounding area, some dating from the 1800's to the present. A magnificent statue of Paul Bunyan and Babe, carved from a redwood tree by famous local artist Carroll Barnes greets visitors at the entrance to the museum.
  • Three Rivers Lions Annual Team Roping Event - come and enjoy western hospitality at its best when you attend one of California's oldest Team Roping Events. The Three Rivers Lions Club hosts this annual event with hundreds of teams of team ropers, barrel racing, calf branding, pig scramble, kids activities, plenty of food and beverages, and the friendliest people this side of the Mississippi.
  • The General Sherman Tree - Sequoia National Park. The world's largest living thing in terms of volume.
  • The General Grant Tree - King Canyon National Park. The Nation's Christmas Tree.
  • The Kings River - Kings Canyon National Park
  • Kaweah River - whitewater rafting, fishing, and hiking.
  • Lake Kaweah - just south of Three Rivers, offers limitless recreational opportunities, such as boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking and more.
  • Relive the Old West history and heritage - as you visit home-sites and museums.
  • Discover quaint boutiques and friendly shops - along the "Main Streets" of our enchanting communities.
  • Pack your picnic basket - for a day of sightseeing, picnicking, water-skiing, boating, fishing or swimming at one of our many parks or lakes.

 

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