Near Sunset Rock Trail
Gigant Forest Museum
Near Sunset Rock Trail
The Alta Trail wanders beneath the shade of Giant Sequoias and other large evergreen trees. It is packed dirt and gravel at this point, making hiking easy.
Near Sunset Rock Trail
Gigant Forest Museum
Near Sunset Rock Trail
Giant Forest Museum
Near Sunset Rock Trail
Can't see the Giant Forest through all these giant trees.

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Sunset Rock Trail

4.2 (9 Ratings)
A nice, quick trail to Sunset Rock with great views, and a good spot to relax at the end.
0.7
mi
Distance
95
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family FriendlyLess CrowdedWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.74mi
Distance
95ft
Elevation Gain
94ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
6,426ft
High Point
6,331ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Sequoia National Park maintains a host of trails that leave from this small space. As you look at the Giant Forest museum, the trail located center on the left is the start of this great route. Take the left trail that leads across the road. Trail markers to keep an eye out for are an "S" inside a yellow triangle. Due to the regular markings, this route is very easy to follow, even in snow. Short, and with very little elevation gain, this trail is great for all. It's certainly worth the trip, but it's best to visit this location early. Most visitors will first be occupied at the General Sherman Tree, and an early bird here may be rewarded with as much as 2 hours of undisturbed time to relax in the winter. This is also an excellent place to have lunch.

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