Some of America’s most beautiful views and overall places are found in its National Parks. You can choose any of the 63 National Parks and craft lifelong memories while on your vacation. One of the best national parks is found in California.

One that we want to focus on is the Sequoia National Forest. It’s one of the most stunning locations on the West Coast and one of the best national parks in California. It’s one that many people stop to marvel at on their way to or from a relaxing vacation at Rankin Ranch. Take some time before or after your stay with Rankin Ranch to explore more of California’s great outdoors.

The Most Important Facts About Sequoia National Forest

Impress your friends and family with your newfound knowledge of the Sequoia National Forest. Here are some facts that should “wow” them.

• Sequoia National Park is America’s second-oldest national park.
• One of the most important reasons for the park’s creation is to protect the giant sequoia trees, which are the largest living trees by volume on Earth.
• Roughly one-third of all naturally growing sequoias are found in Sequoia and Kings Canyon.
• There are 23 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places dedicated to the history of the Sierra Nevada, covering pre-Columbian times to the Mission 66 era.
• There are 275 known caves, totaling 35 miles in length. Crystal Cave in Sequoia National Park is the most popular.
• There are 12 species of amphibians, 201 species of birds, 11 species of fish, 72 species of mammals, and 21 species of reptiles that call Sequoia National Park home.
• 6 endangered species live in the park. These are the Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep, mountain yellow-legged frog, Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog, fisher, Sierra Nevada red fox, and the California condor.
• There are 2 federally threatened species as well: the Little Kern golden trout and the Yosemite toad.
• The park contains approximately 1,552 species and subspecies of vascular plants.
• Mt. Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous United States at 14,494 feet, is located here.
• You can hike across 866 miles of trails.
• The park covers 865,964 acres­­­­­­­­­.

See Sequoia National Forest For Yourself

Visiting one of the best national parks in California is an incredible opportunity you shouldn’t pass up. Do it either before or after you visit Rankin Ranch. Plan a weekend among California’s spectacular nature and share memories with friends and family on the ranch and at Sequoia National Forest. 

We are the oldest and largest family-owned dude ranch in California. For six generations, the Rankin family has managed the vast 31,000-acre cattle ranch. Book now by visiting our website or calling us directly at 1-661-867-2511.