San Joaquin Valley, CA

Travel Guide

Sequoia National Park which includes forests as well as an individual femail
Sequoia National Park which includes forests
Sequoia National Park showing forests and dangerous animals
Sequoia National Park featuring forests and flowers
Sequoia National Park featuring mountains, views and landscape views

Where to stay in San Joaquin Valley

The morning at Camp Tulequoia in the Sequoia National Forest.

Roosevelt

4/5(2 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Roosevelt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Big Fresno Fair and Selland Arena.

Roosevelt
Fresno showing signage and theater scenes

Downtown Fresno

3/5(225 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Fresno, Chukchansi Park and Saroyan Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Fresno
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Downtown Bakersfield

3.5/5(122 area reviews)

This central business district is hone to theaters, sports complex, museums, and historical landmarks. Enjoy shopping, dining, Arts District, Civic Center, and Mill Creek. Easily accessible via State Routes and public transit.

Downtown Bakersfield
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Pinedale

Pinedale is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Riverpark Shopping Center and Woodward Park while you're in town.

Pinedale
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Civic Center

3.5/5(129 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Civic Center, Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium and Weber Point Events Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Wheeler Ridge

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Wheeler Ridge. You might consider a stop by Outlets at Tejon while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Wheeler Ridge
Hotel Piccadilly
Hotel Piccadilly
3 out of 5
2305 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA
The price is AED 293 per night from May 5 to May 6
AED 293
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Fresno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,358 reviews)
"Great breakfast, Great staff"

Reviewed on 16 April 2025

Hotel Piccadilly
Comfort Inn & Suites Sequoia/Kings Canyon
Comfort Inn & Suites Sequoia/Kings Canyon
2.5 out of 5
40820 Sierra Dr, Three Rivers, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 640 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 640
AED 704 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Three Rivers. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,121 reviews)
"We really enjoyed being able to stay so close to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. We did this trip in the spring which we were enjoying all the spring flowers in bloom and on top of Sequoia there was snow. Highly recommend the trip in the springtime. Not all roads are open, but it was ..."

Reviewed on 17 April 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Sequoia/Kings Canyon
Wuksachi Lodge
Wuksachi Lodge
2.5 out of 5
64740 Wuksachi Way Wuksachi Vi, Sequoia National Park, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 1,170 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 1,170
AED 1,297 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this hotel in Sequoia National Park. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (985 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Wuksachi Lodge
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Sequoia Riverfront Cabins
Sequoia Riverfront Cabins
2.5 out of 5
41541 Sierra Drive, Three Rivers, CA
Stay at this cabin in Three Rivers. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area, and hiking/biking on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"We loved the area and location, it's close enough to the Sequoia NP and there are some food options nearby. Be mindful, you won't find any food if you arrive late (after 8-9pm), so plan accordingly! There is also almost no phone reception, so download all your maps! I believe that google has wrong ..."

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Sequoia Riverfront Cabins
Luxury Log Home Resort, 10 bedrooms on 22 Acres, surrounded by its own mountains
Luxury Log Home Resort, 10 bedrooms on 22 Acres, surrounded by its own mountains
Frazier Park
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Lebec. Enjoy private pools, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Ridge Route Communities Historical Society ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
Greta house!
"Great house for a big family! We had a blast! Will be returning"

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Luxury Log Home Resort, 10 bedrooms on 22 Acres, surrounded by its own mountains
Silver City Mountain Resort
Silver City Mountain Resort
3 out of 5
Mile 21 Mineral King Road, Sequoia National Park, Silver City, Three Rivers, CA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Three Rivers. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sawtooth Trailhead ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"I can honestly say I've never stayed in a cabin without a restroom or electricity and I heated it with the wood they provided which was very funlight were propane lights, lit with a match. However the drive up and down the Mt. Was at the least, not for the faint of heart...very rough on my car."

Reviewed on 13 October 2024

Silver City Mountain Resort
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Popular places to visit

Sequoia National Park featuring forest scenes as well as a small group of people

General Sherman Tree

5/5(319 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Sequoia National Park with a stop at General Sherman Tree. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the hiking trails.

General Sherman Tree
The beautiful entryway to the city I was born in and will one day go back to.

University of California Merced

4.5/5(79 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of California Merced, a top college in Merced. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

University of California Merced
Mother Nature may have grounded our jump into the stadium but at least we received some beautiful views ❤️

California State University, Fresno

4/5(237 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit California State University, Fresno, during your travels in Fresno. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

California State University, Fresno
Pinnacles National Park featuring tranquil scenes

Pinnacles National Park

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Pinnacles National Park, a lovely green space in Paicines. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Pinnacles National Park
This is Hume Lake, in Kings Canyon National Park. It's a great spot for a picnic or a hike. There is a camp for children near the lake, so some small areas are shut to the public. #GoldenHour

Hume Lake

4.5/5(82 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hume Lake during your travels in Hume. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Hume Lake
Wildlife in the zoo #wildlife

Fresno Chaffee Zoo

4.5/5(156 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Fresno Chaffee Zoo during your trip to Fresno? Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Fresno Chaffee Zoo