41Miles
4–5Days
7,000 ftGain
LoopType
Permits
System
Recreation.gov — Sequoia & Kings Canyon wilderness permitRolling six-month window: for a July 10 start, book on January 10 at 7am PT. Booking closes a week before entry. Walk-up permits appear at 1pm the day before; unclaimed reservations release at 10am on entry day. Off-season permits are self-issued.Apply or read more
Cost
$15 per permit + $5 per person
Bear storage
Required May 1 – Oct 31
Season
Best
Mid-July – September. Glen Pass can hold snow into July.
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On trail
Water
Abundant — lakes and creeks throughout. Filter all sources.
Resupply
No resupply on the loop. Carry all food from Roads End.
Notes
The classic Sierra loop: Paradise Valley, Woods Creek suspension bridge, Rae Lakes and Glen Pass (11,978 ft). Two-night limit at each Rae Lakes campsite.
Elevation
5,035 ftHigh 11,978 ft
Resupply towns
Roads End (start/end)
Recommended gear
Permit details checked 2026-10 · campflare.com