High Sierra Trail

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks · California

High Sierra Trail is one of the permitted entry points in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks on recreation.gov. The daily quota is 20 people/day, and dates can sell out ahead of the season. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

Quota

20 people/day

When permits are released

First-come-first-served: each entry date's reservable quota opens 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM Pacific (rolling window, no lottery). Reservations close 1 week before entry; the rest is walk-up only. Outside the quota season (late May – late September) permits are free and self-issued at the trailhead - no reservation needed.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this area.

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Frequently asked questions

When do High Sierra Trail permits open?

First-come-first-served: each entry date's reservable quota opens 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM Pacific (rolling window, no lottery). Reservations close 1 week before entry; the rest is walk-up only. Outside the quota season (late May – late September) permits are free and self-issued at the trailhead - no reservation needed. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.

What if my dates are sold out?

Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add High Sierra Trail to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.

How competitive is High Sierra Trail?

We are still collecting demand data for this pass.

Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?

No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.

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