California-Oregon NPs-Sequoia and Kings Canyon-042426
Several times I have mentioned the absence of my usual backups for GPS and other information available via Wi-Fi access and my concern that I would experience consequences in time. This day was that time. Sequoia National Park The pattern already established during this trip of getting a fairly early start continued, completing the more than six-hour drive from Death Valley NP to Sequoia National Park‘s entrance. The Shaka Guide audio agreed with my assessment that the park entrance sign reflected a negative image of what I’m hoping is a bygone day. The transition from the desert topography of Death Valley to the lush, mountainous greenery of Sequoia was striking. I made my usual stop at the visitor center and made sure I was fully tanked up and had plenty of food and water. Initially, I didn’t see any of the giant trees I expected, but the audio guide explained…