Sequoia Valley’s National Parks and Forests
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Inyo and Sequoia National Forests comprise 1,371,020 acres altogether. Sequoia National Park is California's second oldest national park. The parks and forests provide an array of dining, lodging and camping services. Mountain resorts, winter sports of all kinds, fishing, boating, backpacking, hunting, hiking, and water skiing attract thousands of visitors. The two national parks contain the largest sequoias in the world, including the famous General Grant Tree and the General Sherman Tree.
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National ParkOutdoor Recreation
Sequoia Valley offers hundreds of acres of parks and miles of bikeways. Within an hour's drive from most Sequoia Valley cities you can pick from among year-round activities, including boating, fishing, backpacking, rock climbing, back country horsepacking, cross country skiing, four wheel drive touring, snowmobiling, more than 900 miles of marked trails for hiking, a variety of camp sites, lodging, and learning centers.
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Ideal for family and group outings and picnics. Houses one of the finest museums in Sequoia Valley history.
Great for family and group activities including playgrounds, tennis courts, softball diamonds, horseshoe courts, and much more. 
County park in the redwood forests above Springville. Fishing, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, and Giant Sequoias.
Located adjacent to Balch Park with camping, horseback riding, and Giant Sequoias.
Located in Lemon Cove, east of Visalia. Swimming, fishing, wildlife viewing, boating and camping. Marina services and boat rentals are available.
Located east of Porterville. Swimming, fishing, wildlife viewing, boating, and camping. Marina services and boat rentals are available.
Founded in 1882 and developed as a health resort that centered around the town's naturally pure hot springs water.
Golf at its best can be found on any one of nine public golf courses throughout Sequoia Valley. Two private country clubs are also located in the Sequoia Valley.
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Natural preserve east of Visalia with hiking, bird watching, and photography opportunities.
The 6,389-acre refuge represents one of the few remaining examples of the grasslands, vernal pools, and playas that once bordered historic Tulare Lake.Sequoia Valley is home to some of the unique, inspirational and educational opportunities that highlight our place in California History.
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Allensworth is the only California town to be founded, financed and governed by African Americans. The small farming community was founded in 1908 by Colonel Allen Allensworth and a group of others dedicated to improving the economic and social status of African Americans.
Located in the original Southern Pacific RR Passenger Station built in 1913, contains articles used by and representational of local and early settlers. 
The Tulare Historical Museum preserves and showcases the history of the City of Tulare and serves as a cultural center for the community, including a collection honoring Olympic Champion Bob Mathias.
The Antique Farm Equipment Museum, a timeline of agriculture’s heritage, a tribute to past generations of California farmers and dairymen, the technology used to create a garden from a desert.
Located at Mooney Grove Park, the Tulare County Museum provides a display of the rich history of Tulare County. 
The Giant Forest Museum, together with a connecting nature trail system leading to Round Meadow and vicinity, provides a basic introduction to the primary features of Giant Forest including its giant sequoias, meadows, and human history.
The museum preserves and showcases the history of Three Rivers before the mid-1850's when the area was populated by the Yokut Indian Tribe who found the native oak trees, plants, fish, small animals, etc to be a veritable Eden for their survival. 
The museum was developed in the Depot from the many items that were donated to the ADHS by members of the community. Since then numerous exhibits have been installed to make the museum the show case that it is. Culture & Entertainment
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In its 40-year history, the Symphony has grown from its original 30 members to a complement of 75 local and regional musicians. The Symphony performs classical, pops-in-the-park, holiday and young people concerts each season.
The Visalia Studio Artist Association (VSA) is an artist organization dedicated to expanding opportunities and exposure for independent visual artists and designers, while serving as a unifying hub for community information and interaction. Year round children's art classes are taught at Arts Visalia that focus on creative and critical thinking.
The Fox Theatre tells a lot about the community of Visalia. Opened in 1930 in the early days of "talking pictures," the theater was the grand showplace in town for over 40 years.
The Enchanted Playhouse Theatre Company wasfounded in 1992 with a mission to "enchant, surprise, excite and amuse audiences, young and old." The Enchanted Playhouse fulfills that promise with the creation and presentation of family-oriented, stage entertainment in the form of classic novels, fables and fairy tales. 
Home of the Visalia Community Players which have provided quality, live drama to Visalia, California, and the surrounding area since 1957.
Established in 1986, providing top quality shows that promote positive attitudes and theatre education.For the Kids
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ImagineU provides hands-on exhibits and activities to nurture, educate and entertain kids, ages 1 to 10.
AgVentures! is an oasis of learning and exploration for children, and a popular destination for families and schools from throughout the state.
Located in Visalia on Highway 198, the Adventure Park offers go-cart racing, bumper boats, miniature golf, laser tag, video arcade and batting cages will keep the kids busy for hours. Buffet and snack bar also available.