4-6 HoursFee applies
Crescent Winter Trail
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
The trail connects the General Sherman Tree with the end of Crescent Meadow Road (see Crescent Meadow Road Trail). The trail passes through the heart of the Giant Forest. The skiing is mostly easy, but has several short grades that require turning through the thick forest.
The trail connects the General Sherman Tree with the end of Crescent Meadow Road (see Crescent Meadow Road Trail). The trail passes through the heart of the Giant Forest. The skiing is mostly easy, but has several short grades that require turning through the thick forest. At the McKinley Tree Junction (0.7 miles south of the Sherman Tree) the trail intersects both the Alta Trail and the Trail of the Sequoias. The trail is well marked except where it runs through Circle Meadow in a north/south direction. Trail Information Trailhead: McKinley Tree junction on Congress Trail Distance: 2.5 miles (4 km) one way, McKinley Tree Junction to Crescent Meadow Difficulty: Medium Elevation Gain/Loss: 443 ft / 147 ft Approximate Round Trip: 2 – 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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Cross-Country SkiingTrailsSequoia and Kings Canyon National Parkscross country skiingsnowshoe hike
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Details
Duration
4-6 Hours
Duration Details
The duration will vary depending on fitness level, snow conditions, and length of time spent at trail features.
Fees
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Fees Apply
No
Accessibility
There are accessible parking spots and accessible restrooms available at the Accessible Sherman Tree Parking lot. Parking is limited in winter.
Pets
No
Reservations
No
Location
McKinley Tree Junction (On the Congress Trail)