Crescent Meadow Road Winter Trail
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
The most popular of the Giant Forest’s ski trails, Crescent Meadow Road begins at the west end of the Giant Forest Museum Plaza. The entire route is an unplowed road with gentle to moderate grades and lots of giant sequoias.
The most popular of the Giant Forest’s ski trails, Crescent Meadow Road begins at the west end of the Giant Forest Museum Plaza. The entire route is an unplowed road with gentle to moderate grades and lots of giant sequoias. From the museum to the junction with the Moro Rock Loop, the Crescent Meadow Road is 1.2 miles in length. From this junction, one may continue 1.3 miles or take the one-mile loop to the base of Moro Rock. The route to Moro and Crescent is not marked but is easily followed on the unplowed road. The trail to the top of Moro Rock is not safe in winter and should not be ascended if there is ice or snow on the rock or the stairs, or during heavy snow periods. Trail Information Trailhead: Giant Forest Museum to Crescent Meadow Distance: 3.4 miles (5.4 km) one way Difficulty: Easy Elevation Gain/Loss: 769 ft / 552 ft Approximate Round Trip: 3 – 4 hours For a complete map of winter trails, check out our Park Newspaper. For more detailed trail information, please visit our Maps page.
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2-3 Hours
The duration will vary depending on fitness level, snow conditions, and length of time spent at trail features.
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
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General parking is available across the street from the Giant Forest Museum. Accessible parking is available next to the Giant Forest Museum and at the Big Trees Trailhead. Accessible restrooms are available at the Giant Forest Museum.
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