John Muir Trail
8.2 mi
Distance
7 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 43m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
John Muir Trail is a point-to-point trail in Sequoia National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Tulare County, California. It is 8.2 miles long and gains 7 feet. The surface is dirt. 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 | 4,006 ft |
| End | 8.2 mi | 2,903 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:
- Independence, 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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