Overview
Three Rivers is a city in Tulare County in California's San Joaquin Valley. It is the gateway to the south entrance of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
1 things to do · 7 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 11 places to stay
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Best things about Three Rivers
Sequoia Sightseeing Tours
Guided sight-seeing tours of Sequoia National Park.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jun–Oct. Summer highs reach about 79°F; winter lows dip to about 25°F. Wettest: Jan and Mar. (climate data from nearby Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- FAT Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Fresno — 51 mi away (major hub). Directions
- BIH Eastern Sierra Regional Airport, Bishop — 70 mi away. Directions
Three Rivers is located 35 miles (56 km) east of California SR-99 via SR-198.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $95–$95 a night (typical $108), from 2 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$140, mid-range ~$180, comfortable ~$260.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Food for you
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Get in
Three Rivers is located 35 miles (56 km) east of California SR-99 via SR-198.
Do
Eat
Eat Sequoia Cider Mill Restaurant
Mexican & American Food
Drink
Sleep
Stay Western Holiday Lodge Three Rivers
Stay River Inn
Stay safe
Fire and emergency medical services are provided by the Tulare County Fire Department. 41412 South Fork Drive. +1 559 561-4362.
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Dinuba
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Tulare
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Reedley
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Mount Whitney
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