Challenging
Trails
Trails in Sequoia National Park
Compare distance, typical time, difficulty, and trail details.
Challenging
High Sierra Trail
Crescent Meadow to Whitney: granite, hot springs, big sky
Challenging
John Muir Trail
Forester Pass to Whitney: the JMT’s high, airy finish in Sequoia
Easy
Sherman Tree Trail
Paved stroll to Earth’s largest tree, with a huff on the way back.
Easy
Congress Trail
Paved sequoia loop past the President, House, and Senate
Moderate
Giant Forest Loop Trail
Big tree sampler linking Sherman, Congress, meadows, and quiet groves
Challenging
Big Five Lakes Trail
Hard, high Sierra loop linking the Big and Little Five lake basins
Moderate
Moro Rock Trail
Short, steep stair climb to sweeping Great Western Divide views
Easy
General Sherman Tree Trail
Short paved walk to the world’s largest tree—downhill out, uphill back
Challenging
Hump Trail
Steep, forested alternative to Watchtower to Heather, Emerald, Pear.
Challenging
Lakes Trail to Pear Lake
High Sierra lake hop with cliffy views via the Watchtower
Challenging
Alta Peak Trail
Big Sierra views, ancient foxtails, and a spicy summit finish
Challenging
Army Pass Trail
High Sierra crest crossing with huge views and flower-filled switchbacks
Challenging
Upper Big Five Lakes Trail
Quieter, view-rich alpine basins off Mineral King’s classic loop
Challenging
Mineral King Loop
Big passes, blue lakes, and solitude in a rugged Sierra loop
Easy
Crescent Meadow Loop
Shady sequoia loop with meadow views and frequent wildlife moments
Moderate
Little Baldy Trail
Quieter granite dome with big 360-degree views for modest effort
Challenging
Lost Canyon Trail
A mellow granite canyon to jaw-dropping passes and alpine lakes
Easy
Tokopah Falls Trail
Easy riverside stroll to Sequoia’s 1,200‑foot cascade amphitheater.
Moderate
Rimrock Trail
Big sequoias and quiet stretches on the smartest Giant Forest loop
Moderate
Watchtower Trail
Airy granite traverse to huge views on the Lakes Trail
Challenging
Monarch Lakes Trail
Classic Mineral King climb to twin alpine lakes beneath Sawtooth.
Challenging
Crystal Lake Trail
Steep Mineral King climb to a pristine, quiet alpine lake.
Challenging
Black Rock Pass Trail
A steep, spectacular climb to the Great Western Divide
Challenging
New Army Pass Trail
Steep Sierra pass linking gorgeous alpine lake basins and big views
Easy
Big Trees Trail
Easy loop around Round Meadow with giant sequoias and great signage.
Moderate
Circle Meadow Loop
Sequoia-ringed meadow loop with big-tree highlights and history
Challenging
Eagle Lake Trail
Steep, switchbacky climb to a granite cirque and emerald alpine lake.
Challenging
Franklin Lakes Trail
Steady Mineral King climb to alpine lakes beneath the Great Western Divide
Moderate
Farewell Gap Trail
Classic Mineral King climb to big views over the Little Kern
Challenging
Sawtooth Pass Trail
A punishing sand-and-scree slog to jaw-dropping alpine lakes
Challenging
Mount Langley Trail
A big, sandy Sierra 14er with dreamy alpine lakes and huge views.
Moderate
Crystal Cave Trail
Short, steep walk to a marble cavern with guided tours.
Moderate
Muir Grove Trail
Quiet forest walk to a pristine sequoia grove with granite views.
Challenging
Crabtree Lakes Trail
Remote alpine chain above Crabtree Meadow with faint paths
Challenging
Old Army Pass Trail
Steep, unmaintained switchbacks to Sierra crest and huge views
Challenging
Alta Trail
From sequoias to high-country views on a sustained, rewarding climb
Challenging
Elizabeth Pass Trail
A stout, scenic crossing linking Deadman Canyon to the HST
Challenging
Colby Pass Trail
Remote, high alpine link between Junction Meadow and Cloud Canyon
Challenging
Franklin Pass Trail
Mineral King’s big pass with lakes, red rock, and wide-open views
Challenging
Wallace Lake Trail
Big-mile Sierra granite trek to a secluded alpine lake and cascades
Moderate
Mosquito Lakes Trail
Granite basins, clear lakes, and a worthy Mineral King workout
Challenging
Alta Meadow Trail
Quiet, big-view meadows without the summit crowds—worth the long walk
Challenging
Shepherd Pass Trail
A huge, remote climb into stark, above-treeline high country.
Moderate
Big Baldy Trail
Easy ridge ramble to a granite dome with huge Sierra vistas
Challenging
Jennie Lake Trail
Classic Sierra lake dayhike with a pass, swim, and ridge views
Challenging
Atwell-Hockett Trail
Sequoias, river gorge, and broad meadow payoff after a steady climb
Easy
Tharp's Log Trail
Easy stroll to a log-cabin-in-a-sequoia with meadow wildlife
Easy
Log Meadow Loop
Easy meadow loop to Tharp’s Log with frequent bear sightings
Challenging
Timber Gap Trail
Short, steep pass hike with big Mineral King vistas
Moderate
Panther Gap Trail
Big Divide views for modest effort from Wolverton
Moderate
Marble Falls Trail
Steady foothill climb to polished cascades and spring wildflowers
Challenging
White Chief Trail
Steep Mineral King climb to a rugged basin and historic mine ruins
Challenging
Moraine Lake Trail
Serene HST lake camp after a stout, water-light climb from the Kern
Challenging
Twin Lakes Trail
Steady forest climb to granite-rimmed alpine lakes; tough final miles.
Easy
Hanging Rock Trail
Quick stroll to a dramatic boulder with big Moro Rock views
Easy
Trail of the Sequoias
Quieter Giant Forest route threading meadows, giants, and history.
Moderate
Silliman Pass South Trail
Steady Lodgepole climb to lakes, views, and off trail options
Easy
Sunset Rock Trail
Easy stroll to a quiet granite perch with big sunset canyon views
Easy
Beetle Rock Trail
Zero-effort granite perch with big Sierra foothill views
Challenging
Garfield Grove Trail
Remote giant sequoias after a brutal climb and real solitude
Moderate
Bear Hill Trail
Quieter Giant Forest connector with big trees and frequent wildlife
Challenging
Middle Fork Kaweah Trail
Hot, brushy canyon hike to waterfalls and a remote sequoia grove
Easy
Hazelwood Nature Loop Trail
Quiet sequoia loop with meadow views, wildlife, and kid-friendly signage.
Moderate
Paradise Creek Trail
Shaded creek walk to pools and small falls; short but brushy
Easy
Sugar Pine Trail
Quiet connector between Moro Rock and Crescent Meadow with views
Challenging
Summit Lake Trail
Long, quiet sequoia-to-lake trek with sun, creek crossings, and grit.
Challenging
Tar Gap Trail
Quiet Mineral King climb to lonely meadows and side-trip lakes
Challenging
Middle Fork Trail
Hot, rugged foothill trek to remote sequoias at Redwood Meadow
Challenging
JO Pass Trail
Granite-and-meadow connector with big ridge views between park and wilderness
Challenging
