City: Tulare

The Sequoia Tourism Council is a regional collaborative created by local governments, chambers of commerce and community organizations to provide the public with information that can enhance their visitor experience in Tulare County. There is so much to discover here in the Sequoia region. Crystal clear rivers and lakes, dense forests, hiking trails, giant forests and vibrant communities with restaurants, lodging, and attractions. The location of Tulare County means that each and every season here comes with its own distinct benefits. For many visitors, that offers the opportunity to make several visits a year, and enjoy different experiences. Regardless of the season you visit in, make sure you come prepared. Weather on the valley floor can be significantly different than at the higher elevations in the mountains. Pack layers; and a good hat and sunscreen in the summer and cold-weather gear in the winter. Did You Know? 9 OF THE 10 LARGEST GIANT SEQUOIAS ARE FOUND IN TULARE COUNTY 1700+ DIFFERENT HIKING TRAILS 460,437 POPULATION OF TULARE COUNTY 3,000 YEARS OLDEST TREE IN THE PARKS 240 DIFFERENT CROPS PRODUCED IN TULARE COUNTY $1.7 billion DAIRY PRODUCTION VALUE 289FT – 14,505FT FROM VALLEY FLOOR TO TOP OF MT. WHITNEY 180SQUARE MILES OF FOREST TEMPERATURES Most of the communities in Tulare County are on or near the Valley floor. Weather conditions here can be very different than in the mountain areas. Summer temperatures average about 95 degrees on the valley floor and about 68 degrees in the mountain areas. SNOWFALL Snowfall on the Valley Floor is rare, but the mountains average about 219 inches per year. During the winter months weather conditions change rapidly. Always check ahead! RAINFALL Tulare County, California gets 15 inches of rain, on average, per year.