High Sierra Trail
3.2 mi
Distance
20 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 5m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
High Sierra Trail is a point-to-point trail in Sequoia National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Tulare County, California. It is 3.2 miles long and gains 20 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Silver City, California, about 10 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 | 3,115 ft |
| End | 3.2 mi | 2,796 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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:
- Silver City, CA · about 10 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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Stay nearby
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