Are dogs allowed on Sunset Rock?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Sunset Rock but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Sunset Rock?

No, Sunset Rock does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Sunset Rock?

Sunset Rock is rated moderate. It is 2.0 miles long with 659 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ModerateOut and Back

Sequoia National Park/California

Sunset Rock

Three Rivers, California

2.0 mi

Distance

659 ft

Elev. Gain

46m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Features is an American indie rock band from Sparta, Tennessee. The Features have released six full-length studio albums, three EPs, two compilation albums, and 18 singles. The current lineup of the band comprises lead singer/guitarist Matt Pelham, bassist Roger Dabbs, drummer Rollum Haas, and keyboardist Mark Bond. Their sound was described as “somewhere between the pure rock 'n' roll of the British Invasion and the electronic, synth-happy beats that characterized ‘80s pop.”

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,938 ft

Max:1,983 ft

201 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
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Operator:559-565-3341
Address:CA

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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Sunset Rock

About This Trail

Trail Conditions

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This trail crosses hunting units

Nearby Trails

Huckleberry Trail to Alta Trail Loop

Beetle Rock

Moro Rock Full Trail

Bear Hill Trail

Crescent Meadow Loop Trail

High Sierra Trail to Hamilton Lakes

Other trails in Sequoia National Park

Tokopah Falls via Tokopah Valley Trail

General Sherman Tree Trail

Heather Lake, Emerald Lake, and Pear Lake Trail via Watchtower and Pear Lake Trails

Weaver Lake Trail

Alta Peak Trail

Heather Lake via Watchtower Trail

Campgrounds near this trail

Buckeye Flat Campground

Potwisha Campground

Potwisha Dump Station

Dorst Creek Campground

Pear Lake Winter Hut

Upper Stony Creek Campground

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