Sequoia National Forest and King's Canyon

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Penny planned a most wonderful week’s vacation. She started by finding a fantastic RV rental and then selected an excellent campsite off the beaten track, right in the Sequoia National Park. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

There were several places to stop for scenic views along the way to our campsite. The views were so expansive that only a video would begin to do it justice. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

It took us a while to find our site (the signage and directions were not reliable). But we found it by late afternoon on Monday, 30 May 2022, and began the process of settling in. Only three other campers were at this site, and they were set up at the far end of the 10-site campground. So we were essentially alone all week. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Penny had “single-pan meals” all set to go with us so that she would not have to spend long hours cooking. The meals were delicious, and because of her excellent planning and hard work, much of our time was spent relaxing. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Here is a view of the bedroom in our very cozy, roomy camper. We were definitely “glamping”! . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

The bathroom in this camper was more than adequate. We mostly used the outhouse at the campsite, but the toilet in the RV was a very welcomed convenience during the cold nights. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

As always, my job was to cook breakfast. The galley had a 3-burner stove, and we brought along our Keurig coffee maker. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

We were sad to see so many trees attacked by insects or diseases. And, even the ultra-wide-angle lenses of cell phones could not capture the trees from bottom to top. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

The campsites came with picnic tables, bear-proof metal food lockers, and fire rings. However, we did not even think about starting a fire due to drought conditions. We noticed the other campers at our site did not have wood fires either. Camp stoves were the order of the day. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Penny was kind enough to climb over to one of the Redwood trees close to our campsite so she could provide some perspective on just how massive these trees are—and these are relatively small! . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Standing at the base of this tree and looking straight up gave me the impression that the tree was holding up the beautiful blue sky. Perspective is everything. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

We noticed delicate, tiny flowers almost everywhere we walked. It was impossible to avoid them. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

The surrounding terrain was rocky and hilly. We ventured out along a stream and then onto a high plateau. We were “chilly” in the shade, but the sun was hot. That made for a pleasant outing. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

The sunlight made beautiful shades of green on the many different trees in our area. It also made interesting patterns on the trunks of the Redwoods. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

A fallen tree, filtered sunlight, and a patch of violet wildflowers caught my eye. It’s hard to explain how beautiful this landscape is. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Some enterprising person decided to build a bark teepee. They did a good job! (But we decided to stick with our RV). . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Three ancient trees were at the end of our campsite, close to the road that ran alongside the camp. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

A fallen king. Penny is a little over five feet tall. So that tree is at least 5 feet in diameter. Birds, insects, and other animals still make this tree home. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Penny almost got the whole tree in one shot using her Pixel_4XL. It’s hard to estimate how tall this giant Redwood might be. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Yes, we are unashamed to be tree huggers. And, what do you suppose this tree has witnessed over the thousands of years it has existed? I wish there were a way to hear its story. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos

Sequoia Forest and King's Canyon

Penny caught me making a video of the three trees by our campsite. Unfortunately, there was no way to get far enough away to get the trees in one frame, so a video was all I could think of to record these impressive trees. . . . #Sequoia_National_Forest, #King’s_Canyon, #Redwoods, #Chateau_RV, #Nikon_D810, #Pixel_4XL, #Tamron, #Vacation_202206, #SCPCphotos