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Sequoia [California] National Park.
by United States Department of the Interior.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO
The Princ.i.p.al Attractions in the park which the visitor should see are as follows:
One-Day Stay.--Should include the Sherman Tree, Lodgepole Camp, Moro Rock, Parker Group, Crescent Meadow, and Tharp Cabin Log in the Giant Forest district. A drive out the Generals Highway to Lost Grove and General Grant National Park should be included.
Two-Day Stay.--In addition to the above should include the Alta Trail as far as McKinley Tree, Congress Group, and the High Sierra Trail to Eagle View.
Three-Day Stay.--Should include in addition, Tokopah Valley, Sugar Pine Trail to Kaweah Vista, and view of Marble Falls, from Admiration Point.
Four-Day to a Week Stay.--Will enable the visitor to see all of the foregoing attractions and to take the high mountain trips on High Sierra Trail to the cream of Sierra scenery at River Valley, Hamilton Lake, or Tamarack Lakes; to Twin Lakes, Alta Meadows and Peaks, Mount Silliman, Emerald and Heather Lakes, The Watchtower, Colony Mill, Little Baldy Fire Lookout, Admiration Point, and Marble Falls, with many other points.
Three-Week to a Month Stay.--Will permit a trail trip through wonderful country by the High Sierra Trail over Kaweah Gap to Big Arroyo, Kern Canyon, and Mount Whitney through the finest scenery of the Sierra Nevada. The Kern Canyon is a 25-mile valley with 3,000-foot walls, fine fis.h.i.+ng, and lovely waterfalls.
It is no exaggeration to state that any length of time from 1 day to all summer may be profitably and enjoyably spent in the park. New beauties and natural wonders will be unfolded each day.
PARK REGULATIONS
Briefed
Please Study the Regulations. Deliberate infractions may bring a penalty not to exceed $500 fine, or 6 months imprisonment, or both.
Suggestions, complaints, or comments regarding any phase of the park operation should be communicated immediately to the superintendent, or to any ranger or park officer, who will notify the superintendent.
=_Camps._=--Camping is permitted only in numbered and designated camp sites. As far as possible, burn garbage in camp fire, and deposit empty cans and residue in garbage cans provided. Do not wash clothing or cooking utensils under hydrants, in streams, lakes, or otherwise pollute the water in the park. Observe quiet hours--at least from 10 p. m. until 6 a. m. Consider your neighbor.
=_Automobiles._=--Cars must be equipped with good brakes, horns, and lights. Careful driving is required for the protection of yourself and others. Keep to the right of the road and avoid pa.s.sing on curves. Speed limit signs are posted. Obey traffic rules and regulations. Permit fee is $1, allowing entrance to General Grant National Park also.
Automobiles are not permitted in the park through the Ash Mountain or Lost Grove entrances after 9 p. m. or before 5 a. m., except Sat.u.r.days or days preceding holidays, when the closing hour for entry is 11 p. m.
=_Trash._=--Deposit papers, lunch refuse, film carton, gum, or wrappers of any nature in receptacles provided.
=_Fires._=--Light fires only in designated places. Extinguish completely before leaving camp even for temporary absence. Know your fire is out.
=_Smoking._=--During the fire-hazard season, smoking while traveling on roads or trails is prohibited. Smoke only in camps and designated places. Be sure your smokes and matches are out before throwing away.
=_Trees, flowers, shrubs._=--Do not pick flowers or write or carve your name on objects in the park. Down timber, except sequoia, may be used for firewood, unless posted =_not to be disturbed_=.
=_Animals and birds._=--Do not kill, capture, or scare. The animals are your friends.
=_Dogs and cats._=--Dogs and cats are prohibited on the park lands except upon written permission of the superintendent, secured upon entrance.