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California
21.2 mi
Distance
2,946 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Sequoia National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Kanawyer
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The Kanawyer Trail is a challenging 21.2-mile backcountry route offering substantial elevation gain through California's rugged terrain. This demanding trek rewards experienced hikers with remote wilderness experience and significant vertical relief, making it ideal for those seeking a multi-hour alpine adventure.
Redwood Canyon Trailhead
~11 min drive
<p><strong>Trail closed until further notice due to the KNP Complex Wildfire.</strong><br /> <br /> This trailhead orientation panel shows a map and images of the Redwood Mountain Trail area.<br /> <br /> The Redwood Mountain Trail is 9.5 mile loop (15 km) at a moderate inclin…
Evans Grove Loop
~2 min drive
Easy 2.17-mile loop through Evans Grove with 450 ft elevation gain.
Little Boulder Grove
~2 min drive
Moderate 3.4-mile hike featuring boulder-studded terrain and 810 ft elevation gain.
Jennie Lake
~7 min drive
Moderate Sierra alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Cherry Gap
~12 min drive
<p>This Forest Service area 3 miles (4.8 kilometer) north of Grant Grove is part of the Converse Basin sequoia grove. From Cherry Gap, you can take roads to the Chicago Stump. Once the General Noble Tree, it was cut into pieces in 1897, shipped to the Chicago World's Fair, and…
Kanawyer Gap
~10 min drive
Steep 2.4-mile climb with 830 ft elevation gain near Kanawyer Gap.
Boulder
~5 min drive
Steep 3.89-mile hike with 1,549 ft gain near Boulder, California.
Stony Creek
~12 min drive
Moderate 7-mile creek trail with 2,500 ft elevation gain.
Winter Trails in the Grant Grove Area
~13 min drive
Trails in the Grant Grove area are often snowy and icy in the winter. But with the right gear and preparation, adventurous explorers can still take in the unique beauty of sequoias in the snow. Visitors can either hike on plowed trails, or cross-country ski and snowshoe on est…
Marvin Pass
~10 min drive
Short alpine pass hike with gentle elevation gain and accessible terrain.
