Farewell Gap
8.8 mi
Distance
2,674 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 17m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Farewell Gap is a point-to-point trail in Sequoia National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Tulare County, California. It is 8.8 miles long and gains 2,674 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Sequoia Crest, California, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,095 ft |
| End | 8.8 mi | 3,245 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Sequoia Crest, CA · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Tulare County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Sequoia National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:559-565-3341
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