Encountering softer stone below, it tumbles into the Little River Canyon, cutting a narrow gorge that plummets 700 feet from rim to river. During high water, November to April, kayakers shoot the falls, then run the Class IV and V rapids downstream. Adams' lazy float trips on Lookout Mountain are geared for families, but he also guides in the canyon, teaches rappelling, leads cave tours, conducts environmental seminars and even organizes hay rides. Lodge accommodations are plain but comfortable, with rows of rocking chairs on the front porch. The campground has 78 developed sites with laundry, showers and store.
Primitive campsites are adjacent.
Used mostly by hikers and backpackers, the park has limited services for day visitors. Grant Grove, the most accessible area, has a large grove of giant redwoods, a visitors center, market, restaurant and three campgrounds. But the bulk of the park starts at Cedar Grove, in a remote valley. Trail heads to the high country begin past four huge campgrounds on the Kings River, ideal for family camping. A small market sells basic supplies and a ranger station dispenses maps, hiking permits and campfire entertainment.