Blue Canyon Trail
Kings Canyon National Park, Fresno County, CA
Point-to-point trail in Kings Canyon National Park, Fresno County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 11.3 mi (18.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,934 ft (1,199 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 40 min
- High point
- 9,288 ft (2,831 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from start
- Waterfall 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Blue Canyon Trail
How long is Blue Canyon Trail?
Blue Canyon Trail is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 40 min. It climbs 3,934 ft (1,199 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,288 ft (2,831 m).
How hard is Blue Canyon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blue Canyon Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Blue Canyon Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Blue Canyon Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (73% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Blue Canyon Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Blue Canyon Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Blue Canyon Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Upper Geraldine Trail John Muir Wilderness · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Spanish Lake Trail John Muir Wilderness · Moderate · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Chain Lakes Trail John Muir Wilderness · Moderate · 3.2 mi (5.2 km)
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