There are many animals in Sequoia National Park, including birds, mammals, and lizards. Remember, these animals are wild, and trying to interact with them is not okay. You can take pictures from a distance but avoid entering the animal’s habitat.
You could scare it, or even worse, it might attack you. Also, never get near animals with their young, as mothers can be especially assertive about protecting their cubs.
If you’re lucky, you might spot an elusive gray fox, woodrat, or California quail. Bobcats and black bears are also indigenous to the park, although they tend to be afraid of people.
To avoid encounters with larger species of animals, make sure that you put all of your food away. There are snakes in the park, too, including the striped racer, gopher snake, and California kingsnake.
Be careful when walking through piles of leaves or over semi-wet terrain, and you should have no problem. However, if you see a sick animal or have a bad encounter, let the forest rangers know immediately, and they will help.