For your own safety, you are required to fill out a free wilderness permit at the Giant Forest Museum (self-service kiosk open 24-hours) so that your travel plans are submitted to the National Park Service. For the first few miles of this stretch you'll get to enjoy easy hiking as the trail winds gradually through the woods with no steep ascents or descents. It's rimmed on three sides by sheer cliffs with water cascading into the lake. You descend downhill from 1.5 miles and climb up to the lake the last 1.5 miles. To the right, the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River. 2. The Lakes Trail in Sequoia can be done as a moderate overnight hike or a day hike. Can anyone give me an idea of the trail conditions? You'll hike to four alpine lakes in six miles: Heather Lake, Aster Lake, Emerald Lake and Pear Lake. After joining back together with the other fork of the High Sierra Trail, the long, ~2500 foot descent into the Kern Canyon begins. (760) 549-9533 There are a few campsites if you continue straight towards Upper Kern Basin. Fishing is permitted in most areas of these parks, and on adjacent national forests. Forest Service Home | USDA.gov | recreation.gov | Recreation Customer Service Standards | USA.gov | Whitehouse.gov, Plug-Ins | FOIA | Accessibility Statement | Privacy Policy | Important Notices | Information Quality, https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/sequoia/recreation/fishing, Forest Order 0513-20-42 SQF Fire Complex Area, Road, and Trail Closure, Forest Order 0513-19-08 Lower Kern River Camping Restriction. Kernville Office Pear has nice sandy beaches and provides anglers with quality fishing for the Rainbow Trout. Pear Lake-- a big pain to get to, but worth the effort.The Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park has gorgeous alpine lakes along the way, including Heather Lake, Aster Lake, Emerald Lake and finally Pear Lake, only 6.1 backbreaking miles (10 km) from the trailhead. Closed for lunch between 12:00 - 12:30 PM, Kern River M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m If you look at the full resolution of the photo you'll notice the white of the mountain-side is actually rock and stone, and not snow. To your left, the summit of Alta Peak at 11,000 feet. Probably one of my favorite photos from the backpacking trip in Sequoia National Park. Sparkling mountain rivers flow year round through the Sequoia National Forest, with the most water coming down during the spring snow-melt. From here, the trail climbs another ~800 feet in 2.5 miles to Guitar Lake at 11,400 feet. Courtesy docks are still in the water at all locations, however the docks on the east side can be … Pear Lake, Sequoia National Park - Moon lit with a tripod - (Backpacking trip) 3. Ranger District This place has no trout, making it possible for other species to populate the lake. Choose from the following to find a site: Sparkling mountain rivers flow year round through the Sequoia National Forest, with the most water coming down during the spring snow-melt. As you climb you'll get views of the southern peaks of the Great Western Divide before entering the forest atop Chagoopa Plateau. Nine Lakes Basin is located on the High Sierra Trail in Sequoia National Park. Get copies of park-specific regulations at any visitor center. (559) 791-5758 Posted by 8 years ago. Pear lake is 1.5 miles beyond Top lake. Along the way enjoy nice views of Glacier Peak to the north and meadows full of flowers and berries during peak season. If you have a sharp eye, keep a lookout for Mount Whitney in the distance. Ranger District Pro tip - there are solar toilets at both Emerald Lake and Pear Lake but bring your own TP. #6 - Mineral King to Little Five Lakes Trail [CLOSED], #9 - Buckeye Flats to Road's End via Elizabeth Pass, Heather Lake, Emerald Lake, and Pear Lake Trail via Watchtower and Pear Lake Trails, High Sierra Trail: Crescent Meadow to Whitney Portal, Mineral King to Little Five Lakes Trail [CLOSED], Buckeye Flats to Road's End via Elizabeth Pass. The trail climbs along a steep ridge. Wilderness permits are required year-round for all overnight trips in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks' wilderness including the Pear Lake Winter Hut. Dunlap, CA 93621 Pear Lake, Sequoia National Park - Moon lit with a tripod - (Backpacking trip) Close. Permits for backpacking are first come first serve and do not have any advanced online reservation options. Finally, you'll reach Crabtree Meadow where there is a backcountry ranger station, places to camp, and water access. Hike along through a boulder field and past some shallow ponds in an alpine zone. The Lakes Trail, one of the most popular hikes in Sequoia National Park, climbs through dense forest to a landscape of polished granite dotted with four beautiful lakes and set amid a backdrop of rugged ridges anchored by Alta Peak (11,204-ft.). Day one From the trailhead at the end of Wolverton Road, ascend concrete steps to the well-signed Lakes Trail, heading north. Eventually you'll hike along the southeastern edge of Sky Parlor Meadow with an unobstructed view of Mt Kaweah. The summit is another 1000 feet up in about two miles. Next is a simple and easy stretch at the midpoint of the High Sierra Trail. 8-23-14. The trail starts out through beautiful hemlock and silver fir and reaches Top Lake in about 4.5 miles. You'll have plenty of water access. There are many campsites at Junction Meadow. Day 2 (May 30) Pear lake - Alta peak attempt - Hump trail - Wolverton trail head We turned back a few hundreds feet below the Alta peak summit as it looked dangerous due to the loose snow. (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/heather-lake-and-pear-lake-via-hump-trail-winter-route) This painting by artist Ekaterina Prisich depicts a beautiful mountain landscape with Lake Pear. 3. ), grab your camera and water, and head to the summit. #1 - Heather Lake, Emerald Lake, and Pear Lake Trail via Watchtower and Pear Lake Trails. All three have bear boxes. Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park original painting in impressionistic manner. Admittedly it’s a somewhat challenging four miles, but this is still the most popular high country hike in Sequoia … Pear Lake is a lake located just 17.3 miles from Three Rivers, in Tulare County, in the state of California, United States, near Red Fir, CA. 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