Lake South America Trail
2.8 mi
Distance
1,329 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 37m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Lake South America Trail is a point-to-point trail in Sequoia National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Tulare County, California. It is 2.8 miles long and gains 1,329 feet. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Independence, California, about 16 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 | 3,245 ft |
| High point | 2.8 mi | 3,656 ft |
| End | 2.8 mi | 3,655 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 16 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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