Sequoia National Forest

This is a beautiful meadow in Kings Canyon National Park. The park is not far from Yosemite, but has far fewer people.

This is flower in a hotel's restaurant on top of the Ifugao mountains. Guest rooms are designed the same way as ancestral houses of the Ifugao people.

The final stretch of the 400 steps leading to the top of Sequoia National Park's Moro Rock.

The granite dome rock formation is located in the center of the park, at the head of Moro Creek, between Giant Forest and Crescent Meadow.

We were greeted at the top by beautiful vistas of San Joaquin Valley. If I had it to do again, I'd time the 30-minute hike up to catch the sunrise or sunset with the spectacular views available. The road to Moro Rock is closed during winter months, necessitating a 2-mile hike to reach this dome-shaped granite monolith.

See the full story of our hike up Moro Rock via my blog at http://www.aplacecalledroam.com/home/moro-rock-a-chance-to-touch-the-sky.

The shallow roots of a toppled giant sequoia. My son for scale.

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The Fallen Giant dwarfing my husband who is standing on the trail.

Trail of 100 Giants

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Trail of 100 Giants during your travels in Porterville. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Hospital Rock

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Hospital Rock, a lovely green space in Sequoia National Park. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Tunnel Log

Explore the great outdoors at Tunnel Log and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sequoia National Park. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Tunnel Rock

Explore the great outdoors at Tunnel Rock and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Three Rivers. Wander the riverfront and scenic parks in the area.

Needle Spring

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Needle Spring during your travels in Springville. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Eagle-Mosquito Trailhead

You can take time to visit Eagle-Mosquito Trailhead during your travels to Three Rivers. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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