Kings Canyon Scenic Byway
Giant Sequoia National Monument, Fresno County, CA
Point-to-point trail in Giant Sequoia National Monument, Fresno County, CA. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 56.2 mi (90.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 8,238 ft (2,511 m)
- Est. Time
- 22 hr 15 min
- High point
- 6,844 ft (2,086 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from start
- Picnic area 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Big Stump Trailhead 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Sunset Campground 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from start
- Visitor center: Grant Grove Visitor Center 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Crystal Springs Campground 22.3 mi (35.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: McGee Vista Point 24.6 mi (39.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 27.8 mi (44.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 29.4 mi (47.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Kings River Canyon Vista Point 32.6 mi (52.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Kings Canyon Campground 34.9 mi (56.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 36.1 mi (58.1 km) from start
- Peak: Yucca Point 36.2 mi (58.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 38.8 mi (62.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Convict Flat Campground 39.7 mi (63.9 km) from start
- Picnic area: Grizzly Falls Picnic Area 46.3 mi (74.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Don Cecil - Lower Trailhead 50.9 mi (81.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Canyon View Campground 51.2 mi (82.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Canyon View 51.8 mi (83.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Roaring River Trailhead 53.7 mi (86.5 km) from start
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Questions about Kings Canyon Scenic Byway
How long is Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
Kings Canyon Scenic Byway is 56.2 mi (90.4 km) long. Most people take about 22 hr 15 min. It climbs 8,238 ft (2,511 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,844 ft (2,086 m).
How hard is Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
Drinking water on the way at 22 mi (35.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 22 mi (35.4 km), 41.2 mi (66.3 km), 46.4 mi (74.6 km).
Is Kings Canyon Scenic Byway shaded?
Partly shaded (43% under trees).
What can you do on Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Kings Canyon Scenic Byway?
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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- Raptor Walk Trail Fresno County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Bear Wallow Trail Sierra National Forest · Expert · 16.4 mi (26.4 km)
- McKenzie Trail Giant Sequoia National Monument · Easy · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Greeley Fire Road Fresno County · Moderate · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Rodgers Ridge Trail Sierra National Forest · Expert · 10.5 mi (16.9 km)
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