Tunnel Rock, Central California Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  Start your journey from the nearest major city, Fresno, CA. Take CA-99 South from Fresno for about 30 miles. Merge onto CA-198 East toward Visalia. Continue on CA-198 for about 40 miles until you reach the entrance of Sequoia National Park. At the entrance, pay the park entry fee, which is $35 per vehicle (valid for 7 days). Once inside the park, follow Generals Hwy for about 20 miles. Look for signs directing you to Tunnel Rock, which will be on your right. There is a designated parking area nearby.

• Public Transportation

  If you are traveling by bus, take a Greyhound or local bus to Visalia, CA. From Visalia, use the Visalia Transit bus service to reach the Sequoia National Park entrance. This may require a transfer, so check the schedule ahead of time. Upon reaching the park entrance, you will need to pay the entry fee of $35 per vehicle (valid for 7 days) to enter Sequoia National Park. Once inside, there are limited shuttle services within the park. You may need to arrange a taxi or rideshare for the last leg of the journey to Tunnel Rock, which is approximately 20 miles from the entrance along Generals Hwy.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, you can bike to Tunnel Rock. Starting in Three Rivers, CA, you can rent a bike if needed. Head towards the entrance of Sequoia National Park via CA-198. The distance from Three Rivers to the park entrance is about 4 miles. After entering the park, follow Generals Hwy for about 20 miles to reach Tunnel Rock. Make sure to plan for a return journey and check park regulations regarding bicycles.