Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks hiking guide
Sunset Rock Trail
A 1.5-mile out-and-back with 91 ft of climbing in Giant Forest, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Elevation gain
- 91 ft (28 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Giant Forest
- Highest point
- 6,425 ft
- Lowest point
- 6,339 ft
About Sunset Rock Trail
Red firs, Jeffrey pines and incense cedars shade the nearly flat path to a broad granite dome overlooking Marble Fork Canyon, a deep gorge carved by the Kaweah River. The 2021 KNP Complex Fire affected the area and altered the landscape. It's a favorite spot for sunset in the Giant Forest, when the canyon takes on colorful light. Icy patches and deep snow can linger in winter and early spring, so plan accordingly.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
