Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks hiking guide
Little Baldy Trail
A 3.3-mile out-and-back with 740 ft of climbing in Giant Forest, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Elevation gain
- 740 ft (225 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Giant Forest
- Highest point
- 8,045 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,335 ft
About Little Baldy Trail
The trail climbs switchbacks through conifer forest to a granite dome in the northern part of Sequoia National Park. From the top, the Great Western Divide, Mount Silliman and Alta Peak fill the eastern view, while on clear days the foothills stretch out to the west. Wildflowers line the way in summer, and in July you may spot clusters of tent caterpillar nests on the shrubs. Expect icy patches and deep snow in winter and early spring.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
