Summit Trailhead
This trailhead is approximately 10 miles north of Quaking Aspen on road 21S50.
31E14 The Summit Trail is 33.3 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 22s03 At Mule Mdw and ends at Forest Boundary. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding. SUMMIT TRAIL (WILDERNESS PORTION) – Trail runs north and south along the Western Divide crossing Mountaineer Creek and Pecks Canyon Creek. It offers scenic views of the Sierra, meadows, alpine terrain, and lakes. Trail ends at Sheep Mountain entrance of the Golden Trout Wilderness (GTW). This is an entrance to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. Approximate hiking time to the lakes is 5-6 hours. Fishing is available in Maggie and Twin Lakes. Due to recent fires and flooding, the trail may have washouts, downed trees, and intermittently disappear.
Summit Trailhead and Summit Trail Leaving the Trailhead
Reservations
General Information
June 15 - November 15
If spending the night in the Golden Trout Wilderness a /wilderness permit is required.
Vehicles including bicycles are prohibited in the wilderness
6-foot leash required
Contact Name: Western Divide Ranger District
Contact Phone: 559-539-2607
Address: 32588 Highway 190 Springville, CA 93265
Phone: 559-539-2607
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Parking
Parking is limited. It may be difficult to turn around larger horse trailers.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
Parking is limited. Turning around with trucks and trailers may be difficult.
Nearby Trails
Recreation Opportunities
Horse Camping Info
Parking for trucks and trailers is very limited, and it may be difficult to turn around.
Horseback Riding Info
Parking for trucks and trailers is very limited, and it may be difficult to turn around.