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California
2.1 mi
Distance
808 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Sequoia National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Dark Canyon
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Dark Canyon offers a scenic 2-mile descent through a narrow canyon with dramatic rock formations and seasonal water features. This relatively short hike provides excellent views of the canyon's geological layers and is ideal for hikers seeking a moderate workout without committing to a full day on the trail. The steady elevation gain rewards hikers with a rewarding climb back out.
White River
~0 min drive
Scenic 5-mile river canyon hike with 377 ft elevation gain.
Frog Meadow
~2 min drive
Moderate 6.84-mile trail with 3,221 ft gain through forest to scenic meadow.
Sequoia Grove
~4 min drive
Easy forest walk through giant sequoia groves with moderate elevation gain.
Cattle Run
~3 min drive
Easy 5-mile foothills loop with gentle elevation gain and pastoral views.
Deer Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain through scenic foothills.
Powderhorn
~7 min drive
Easy 0.6-mile stroll with minimal elevation gain near Powderhorn.
Sugarloaf
~6 min drive
Quick 3.4-mile hike with 305 ft gain near Sugarloaf, California.
Marshall Meadow
~7 min drive
Easy meadow walk with minimal elevation gain near Marshall Meadow.
Merry Camp
~9 min drive
Easy 2.1-mile trail with 200 ft gain, perfect for beginners.
Sunday Peak
~8 min drive
Steep 3.4-mile alpine climb to Sunday Peak with 1,473 ft gain.
