The Best Backpacking in Tulare
Looking for the best backpacking in Tulare? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Tulare. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top backpacking spots in and near Tulare
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Springville, California
Cahoon Rock from South Fork Campground
28.22 mi / 6880 ft gainCahoon Rock from South Fork Campground is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Three Rivers, California.Read more -
Springville, California
Ladybug Camp Trail
7.54 mi / 1827 ft gainLadybug Camp Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Three Rivers, California.Read more -
Springville, California
Shake Camp Campground to Maggie Lakes
22.8 mi / 5538 ft gainShake Camp Campground to Maggie Lakes is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Springville, California.Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Backpack Bearpaw Meadow to Redwood Meadow
21.3 mi / 5400 ft gainRedwood Meadow is absolutely gorgeous - an amazing reward for your backpacking efforts. This trail is a great backpacking route to take in the early spring when elevated trails are still covered in snow. The trail progresses from the foothills to a giant sequoia grove. The rivers can be a bit cha...Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Backpack the High Sierra Trail
5.071 miThe High Sierra Trail begins at Crescent Meadow in Sequoia National Park, on the West side of the Sierra Nevada range, and ends at Whitney Portal on the East, traversing the highest and most beautiful part of the Sierras. From deep river canyons to high alpine peaks, lakes, and meadows, this hike...Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Hike Crescent Meadow
4.51.6 miCrescent Meadow is a collection of loops in the Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park. The trailhead is located just past the tunnel log east of General's Highway 198. The main loop is 1.6mi total. However you can take any of the loops to the General Sherman tree 3mi, Tharp's Log trail 0.5mi, or ...Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
High Sierra Trail: Ninemile Creek to Bearpaw Meadow
21.38 mi / 4341 ft gainHigh Sierra Trail: Ninemile Creek to Bearpaw Meadow Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Three Rivers, California.Read more -
Tulare County, California
Hart Tree, Fallen Goliath, Redwood Creek Loop
7.4 mi / 1857 ft gainHart Tree, Fallen Goliath, Redwood Creek Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Stony Creek Village, California.Read more -
Tulare County, California
Hike the Sugar Bowl Loop in Kings Canyon NP
4.56.5 mi / 1480 ft gainFirst and foremost, to get to this trailhead you need to drive down a 2-mile, one lane dirt road that is quite steep. It is highly recommended you do this in an AWD or 4WD vehicle, especially since the road can be muddy from snowmelt or after a recent rain. We have a 2WD car but used chains for e...Read more -
Tulare County, California
Hike the Hart Tree Loop Trail
7.4 mi / 1348 ft gainThe trailhead is near Quail Flats down a dirt road. The road is sometimes closed due to flooding or snow or restoration - if the road is closed when you go, add 4 miles to the overall trail mileage. The trail begins across from the Sugar Bowl trail. You will see lots of amazing landmarks on this...Read more -
Tulare County, California
Redwood Canyon Sugar Bowl Trail
10.9 mi / 2185 ft gainRedwood Canyon Sugar Bowl Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Cedar Grove, CaliforniaRead more -
Springville, California
Maggie Lakes via Summit Trail
18.9 mi / 3953 ft gainMaggie Lakes via Summit Trail is an out-and-back trail that is moderately difficult located near Springville, California.Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Wolverton to Panther Gap to Mehrten Meadow
7.82 mi / 1844 ft gainWolverton to Panther Gap to Mehrten Meadow is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Three Rivers, California.Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Moose Lake via Watchtower and Pear Lakes Trails
16.09 mi / 4639 ft gainMoose Lake via Watchtower and Pear Lakes Trails is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Three Rivers, California.Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Heather Lake via Hump Trail (Winter Route)
7.63 mi / 2365 ft gainHeather Lake via Hump Trail (Winter Route) is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Three Rivers, California.Read more -
Sequoia National Park, California
Heather Lake via Watchtower Trail
8.38 mi / 2041 ft gainHeather Lake via Watchtower Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Sequoia National Park, California.Read more