Should I bring bear spray to Sequoia National Park?
Should I bring bear spray to Sequoia National Park? Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Discharge of any firearm or weapon is prohibited. Possession of weapons, including bear spray, is prohibited. Possession of firearms is subject to state regulations. In all wilderness areas along the JMT, proper food storage is mandatory.
Do you need bear spray in Sequoia?
Weapons (including, but not limited to, BB, Pellet and Paint Guns, Bow/Arrow, Slingshots, Bear Spray and other compressed gas irritant devices) are illegal to possess. Discharge of a firearm or weapon is prohibited within Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks.
Are there grizzly bears in Sequoia?
All bears in these parks are American black bears (Ursus americanus).
Are there mountain lions in Sequoia?
Bobcats and mountain lions are common throughout the foothills of the parks. While you may catch a glimpse of a bobcat, mountain lions are rarely seen.
Do I need a bear canister in Sequoia National Park?
Containers are highly recommended throughout Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. They are available for rent at visitor centers, except for Cedar Grove, through the Sequoia Parks Conservancy.
Are bears common in Sequoia?
Perhaps the most high-profile of Sequoia wildlife, black bears thrive in the park. Despite their name, black bears can be brown, cinnamon, or even blonde in color. Black bears are not usually aggressive, and often escape danger by climbing trees.
Can you take bear spray into national parks?
NOTE: Bear spray is not allowed in every national park. Check with your national park to see if bear pepper spray is recommended or allowed for the activities you have planned.