Pacific Crest Trail - Sequoia National Forest
The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, which stretches 2,600 miles from Canada to Mexico, crosses the Sequoia National Forest for approximately 78 miles. The PCT enters the forest from the south and goes through part of the Piute Mountains. As it continues north it traverses the Kiavah, Domeland, South Sierra and Golden Trout Wilderness Areas.
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General Information
No fees
If traveling overnight into the Golden Trout Wilderness, a permit is required
If traveling more than 500 miles on the PCT, a long-distance permit from the PCTA is required
Hiking and horseback riding only
Please practice Leave No Trace ethics
Address: 11380 Kernville Road Kernville, CA 93238
Phone: 760-376-3781
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Memorial - Labor Day weekend 7 days a week. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.SequoiaNF@usda.gov
Recreation Groups
The Pacific Crest Trail, or the PCT, is arguably the most famous of the nation's designated National Scenic Trails. Winding its way through spectacular vistas fr