John Muir Trail
4.3 mi
Distance
1h 25m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
John Muir Trail is a point-to-point trail in Kings Canyon National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Fresno County, California. It is 4.3 miles long. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Independence, 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 | 3,690 ft |
| End | 4.3 mi | 3,058 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
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:
- Independence, CA · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Fresno County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Kings Canyon 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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