High Sierra Trail
4.6 mi
Distance
1,066 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 4m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
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 4.6 miles long and gains 1,066 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Silver City, California, about 7 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 | 2,914 ft |
| High point | 2.9 mi | 3,238 ft |
| End | 4.6 mi | 3,115 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 7 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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