The lake is beautiful, we bouldered down to the water and sat for a while there. Miles: 7.6. Love the views, the river, the high Sierra environs. Believe it or not, I was really good about writing my blog on my phone every night this week. [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA & SIERRA NEVADA] Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, Sonora, California. Kennedy Lake and Meadows via Leavitt Lake – HIGH ADVENTURE! With our grand plans thwarted due to weather reports indicating rain (conspiracy), we had to improvise. Er führt entlang eines Sees, entlang eines Flusses und es gibt einen Wasserfall und schöne Wildblumen. Many visitors use the local campgrounds or the resort as their base and head out to try their luck on the South Fork of the Stanislaus River.Great catches are made all along the river from around Baker and Deadman campgrounds all the way up to Kennedy Meadows. In the spring the businesses are awash with hikers waiting for the snow to melt in the Sierras. [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA & SIERRA NEVADA] You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination. On the main trail, the three main spots for water are Relief Reservoir (slight detour), Grouse Creek (was flowing in late august but unsure about other times), and Summit Creek. We would say it’s moderately hard. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The weather was at the high of 70 degrees so it was a little warm. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/kennedy-meadow-to-the-bridge State Route 108 (from the Central Valley) Be sure to bring a bear canister. Thank you for the sage wisdom! Day 67: Mile 1009.3 to Mile 1016.9: Sonora Pass/Kennedy Meadows North. We are in pretty good shape so not too worried about the elevation gain and we are plenty outdoorsy. U.S. Route 395 (from the Eastern Sierras) Can't remember all the places we also went (spent 7 days out there) but again the Emigrant Wilderness is so beautiful, can't go wrong with any trail. The people were friendly and set us up in a bunk room with five beds, which we promptly spread out on. Excellent thank you for the suggestion. I have analysis paralysis. It is one of the most horse friendly paths in the Sierra. When you get to the trail Y, keep right until you reach the old boiler section. Great trail! But when the breeze kicked in, it was nice. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. We then hiked up to where there is a sharp right on the trail in AllTrails at Summit Creek. The reservoir was by far the most stunning part of our trip and we wished we could have spent more time there. The trail follows the river out of Kennedy Meadows, climbing along the old construction road used to build Relief Dam in the early 19th Century. Trail along Relief Creek Kennedy Meadows to Kennedy Lake Trail Junction, 2.6 miles From the resort, cross the meadow to the first bridge and then begin a steep climb along an old road used to build Relief Dam in the early 1900s. Mid week was perfect, not a lot of people on the trail. However, there are better options for getting to Kennedy Meadows. Oct 21, 2020 - Horseback riding, camping, hiking, and stunning views in the High Sierra. Part of the effort here is where to begin. Had tried it on a weekend and the crowd was overwhelming. Great payoff for a relatively short hike. Oh and also I wanted to thank you for the spot recommendation. We were doing this around 4pm after about 3,000 ft of elevation under the sun. Nonplussed2’s spot. SR 108 It was beautiful. I really was impressed. The car had long-since been packed, all we needed was an inspiring destination. That way you get the backpacking experience without killing her/you and you still get some adventure and higher elev scenery. The most beautiful and pristine blue water you will see. Lovely trip. Great hike with beautiful views. The lazy rivers were my favorite. One way is not significantly better than the other. We ended up finding an awesome spot on the creek and with easy access to the reservoir itself. NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ARE REPORTED FOR THIS AREA. Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, Pinecrest: See 40 traveler reviews, 53 candid photos, and great deals for Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, ranked #1 of 2 specialty lodging in Pinecrest and rated 4 of 5 at Tripadvisor. Once you conquer going up, the downhill is much more relaxed. - 7/21/11 8:19 PM PDT <- More posts from the norcalhiking community, A subreddit for Northern Californian folks interested in hiking and backpacking to meet up, discuss/plan trips, recommend trails, post gear reviews, trip reviews, etc. I wanted to honor your willingness to give me guidance and go to your exact spot. Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir, 4.2 miles. Kennedy Meadows offers the last on trail resupply for the next couple hundred miles. A great hike with a lot of beautiful sights to see. Lots of nice sights along the way. bahiker.com, Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. Restaurant will open Mothers Day weekend and the horses open Memorial Weekend! All in all, it's a beautiful trail. Trails around resevoir were very confusing and didnt always coincide with the maps. Thank you for the help. The climb up can be a bit hot by late morning, not a lot of protection from the sun. NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ARE REPORTED FOR THIS AREA. But worth the views. We set off down Beach Ridge Trail and then took Jackass Creek Trail north. If you intend to get to ridge lake in one day in the summer, make sure you get an early start and minimize time under the sun. I certainly don’t need to stomp on road apples in the searing heat and straight uphill. We camped at Troy Meadows Campground and rode for 3 days here. Kennedy Meadows is located approximately 60 miles East of Sonora, nestled high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The trail was sandy with lots of horse traffic and poop. The second day, we went about 13, past Emigrant, and with additional climbing. a lot of bang for the buck! Kennedy Meadows North is NOT Kennedy Meadows South. Cross a second bridge and after a stiff climb, pass the turnoff to Kennedy Lake. It is a 17 mi/27.4 km ride, that climbs about 3000 ft/914.4 m to reach Snow Lake, in the heart of the Emigrant Wilderness. Any recommendations for alternate trailheads or routes? Come and stay with us at the resort, go for a day ride, or let us pack you into the Emigrant Wilderness, Carson Iceberg Wilderness, or northern Yosemite National Park. 08/22/2020 - I agree the hike is moderate. There are some very popular trails for horseback riding in Sonora Pass. This is exactly what we did and it was perfect first time for my daughter and me. The original Kennedy Meadows lodge was erected in 1917. We were arm-pumped as hell and exhausted but kept pushing ahead until we absolutely needed a break. Perfect to jump into the lake. July 17, 2009 September 21, 2009 vero. Kennedy Meadows Resort and Pack Station A - Summit Creek B - Kennedy Lake C - Lower Relief Valley D - Upper Relief Valley E - Emigrant Meadow F - Emigrant Lake G - Snow Lake H - Maxwell Lake I - Upper Twin Lake J - Bigelow Lake K - Buck Lake L - Dorothy Lake M - Huckleberry Lake N - Tilden Lake O - Benson Lake Lots of great camping site around the reservoir. Following the PCT for a while going south, I made my way to the juction of the PCT and the Emigrant Trail near Kennedy … It’s actually been my only stumbling block. TO DELAYS OF UP TO 15 MINUTES Day 40: Mile 702.2 (Kennedy Meadows) to Mile 712.6 Miles: 10.4 Steps: 32,694 Elevation Gain: 2,430 After taking a week off to prepare for the upcoming months of snow travel, and visit family in Vegas, I was ready, and excited, to get back on the trail! Rome2rio makes travelling from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Kennedy Meadows easy. If we had another day, we would've either gone up the second day or done a day trip but with limited time, we hiked back down the second day. We will definitely be back for a full three day trip (camp near grouse creek/end of reservoir on the first night, go up to ridge lake for night 2, and come back on the third day). After we got our relaxation on, we decided it was time to gear up and get a quick taste of Kennedy Meadows. Cascading waterfalls, rushing rivers, wood bridges, towering rock faces and sweeping views of the reservoir and the tops of the Sierras were some of the highlights. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. Granted we were young, in shape and very outdoorsy. This is what you get for ‘winging it’. We park in the designated hiking parking area which adds roughly .75 miles to the hike. There is a small general store and an internet café, both of which offer meals, camping, showers and laundry to the hikers. 1-WAY CONTROLLED TRAFFIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FROM 7.8 MI EAST OF Few years ago my buddy & I did a great loop from Kennedy to Sheep's Camp (night 1), Sheep's Camp to Emigrant Lake (night 2), Emigrant to Upper Relief (night 3), and back out to Kennedy on day 4. very pleasant hike otherwise. Plus we know what we are in for if we go out on Labor Day weekend. Let me know if you want more details. It's hard but not crazy, at least we didn't think so. Our store, cabins, and bar are open! The final summit ridge is an easy class 3 ascent. The trail is easy to follow, but the lake is a little farther out than you'd think. 2nd 36hrs were Smokey and ash dropping on us the entire time. PCT: CA Section J - Sonora Pass to Echo Lake, Pacific Crest Trail: Sonora Pass to Latopie Lake, Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Loop Trail, Disaster Creek Trail: Iceberg Meadow to Paradise Valley, Carson-Iceberg Backpacking Loop: Golden Canyon, Elder Creek, Disaster Creek, Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Trail, 2020 AllTrails, LLC Alle Rechte vorbehalten. Nice steady uphill hike to lake. I think you have sold me. Good resources: Not a fan of sharing the trail with so many horses and mules. The restaurant is open all afternoon for a late lunch if needed. To that point, the trail is well defined (sandy / loose rocks / horse poop) and fairly sunny. Intense. A fantastic hike with beautiful views all the the way up. See more ideas about horseback riding, stunning view, horseback. I don’t have the best of knees so they were definitely swollen when we got back to Kennedy Meadows. One alternative is a trip my wife and I did out of Kennedy last year. LONG BARN TO 6 MI EAST OF STRAWBERRY (TUOLUMNE CO) FROM 0700 HRS TO 1700 HRS There is ample free parking and several campsites on the drive up in case the trailhead is full. I am not terribly worried about crowds. NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ARE REPORTED FOR THIS AREA. The resort offers rustic cabins, bunk rooms, a supply store, a restaurant, a saloon, hot showers for rent, free public rest rooms, and they also operate a large pack station (horses/mules). Bonus: There is a general store by the trailhead at Kennedy Meadows for a cold beer after the hike! After the second bridge you can take the horse trail to the right, or the stairs straight up. The Kennedy Meadows trailhead is located on the west side of the Sonora Pass and provides access to the Emigrant Wilderness Area from the north. Aufgrund der Steigung und Distanz ist die Strecke als moderat einzustufen. Once you get to the sharp right, there is no trail and you need to scramble quite a bit up granite boulders to keep going in the general direction that is shown on the app (note: it's a straight line so definitely not a real path). Can anyone comment on Kennedy Meadows to Emigrant Lake as a first time backpacking hike for me and my 15yo daughter? My feeling is that 2020 is a special year and If I hike far enough I will eventually find some space. . A little to cold for swimming but perfect to dip your feet in. I like the challenge of the incline on the way to Relief Reservoir but it was still really doable. be careful of the excessive Horse Manure, We stumbled upon this trail while riding up North From Los Banos. Viewed as part of a longer loop the trail through Kennedy Lake allows us to hike a nice semi-circle route from Kennedy Meadows to Sonora Pass via Kennedy Lake. Es gibt verschiedene Aktivitätsmöglichkeiten. Still an amazing trip. Find all the transport options for your trip from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Kennedy Meadows right here. The hike itself is a lot of up hill at the front end. [IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] We camped at a site next to the trailhead. Cross a second bridge and after … This turned out to be a nice, 'early season' hike. We open for the season on the last Friday in April and close on Columbus Day in October. This will dump you out at a good vista over the lake and dam. I did this a few years ago with my boyfriend at the time and we loved it. Kennedy Meadows is also a remote hamlet reached by 25 miles of narrow, STEEP, twisty road. - http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/us395 <- MONDAY THRU FRIDAY THRU 7/22/11 - DUE TO CONSTRUCTION - MOTORISTS ARE SUBJECT Sonora Pass is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, Pinecrest: See 40 traveler reviews, 53 candid photos, and great deals for Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, ranked #1 of 2 specialty lodging in Pinecrest and rated 4 of 5 at Tripadvisor. The climb was a challenge for me but around every corner there was something beautiful to behold. Emigrant Wilderness - Kennedy Meadows to Unnamed Lake by Iceland Lake - July 4, 2014 Trip Logistics. Looking back down at Leavitt Lake from Leavitt Pass . It is a little resort, complete with a C-store, a hiker bunk house, a great shower and laundry set up, and a restaurant. Er führt entlang eines Sees, entlang eines Flusses und es gibt einen Wasserfall und schöne Wildblumen. Continue climbing until the trail levels off and begins to descend along the side of Relief Reservoir. Plus we know what we are in for if we go out on Labor Day weekend. We stayed on the south end of Relief Reservoir two nights and day-hiked off-trail up into the high country one day. Rome2rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. I would rate as moderately easy. We started around 10am and it was already getting hot. Kennedy Meadows is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. Day 49: Kennedy Meadows to Cow Creek The trail followed the South Fork of the Kern River through a tall pine forest. We had a wonderful time. June 2, 2020. Solid hike. If you two are in good shape I wouldn't worry about the incline in the beginning at all. Thank you again for the guidance! One of the best trails is Kennedy Meadows to Snow Lake. Restaurant will open Mothers Day weekend and the horses open Memorial Weekend! Kennedy built a cabin, which still stands today, where the resort is now located. Aufgrund der Steigung und Distanz ist die Strecke als moderat einzustufen. But overall a really nice day hike! Not the 6.1 miles that the app says. It might be worthwhile for me to listen to the smarter folks here. I am not terribly worried about crowds. You might also consider the Meiss trailhead along Carson Pass Hwy, 14 mile is equivalent to the combined length of 5.8 Hollywood Walk of Fames. We hiked up the reservoir (which is gorgeous!) Kennedy Lake - Key Facts. I do like the idea of stopping at Relief Reservoir and doing day hikes to high elevation points. Hunde sind auf diesem Weg erlaubt. It was busy over 4th of July weekend but that is to be expected. Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, Sonora, California. Up hill all the way to the lake without a lot of shade so be prepared with some sunscreen, hat & water. You can see Sonora Peak and Leavit Peak as you walk along the river. It’s was a good trail. Die Route ist das ganze Jahr über zugänglich. The ice cold beer at the store when we got back was a great reward Most definitely recommend this hike. We started Saturday morning with the intention to get to Ridge Lake in one day. << this is taken from http://www.kennedymeadows.com. There is no direct connection from Nearby airports to Kennedy Meadows. The river was raging. Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Trail ist ein 6.1 Meilen langer, moderat besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Pinecrest, Kalifornien. The nearest airport to Kennedy Meadows is Bakersfield (BFL). Kennedy Meadows beauty is all encompassing. Have a beer when you finish. This is what I can remember: June 11- 11 miles, camping above Shadow Lake on the JMT The cabin was restored in 1988 by Pat Casey. . We can start trips out of Leavitt Meadow, Leavitt Lake, Sonora Pass, or Kennedy Meadows Pack Station and hike to any of these other Highway 108 trailheads once we hike up to the Kennedy Canyon trail junction on the PCT. Sonora Pass is seasonal, also check SR 108 above Kennedy Meadows off Highway 108 near Sonora Pass is a popular gathering place for campers, hikers, horseback riders, and anglers. Jay Day Hiking, Sierra Mountains July 28, ... Leaving the lake, I climbed the old abandoned Jeep road up to the top of the ridge and down to the PCT. Any other recommendations in the Stan Forest / Carlson-Iceberg Area? Is this a good first time hike? We stayed out for 3 nights. It was also my favorite pass, maybe because my fear had gone down, but it felt like I could see the entire world. Note that the upper portion of the creek is dry in late summer. Thank you for the perspective. Just wanted to drop a line and thank you for this advice. Sonora Pass was my favorite part of the Sierra Nevada section of the PCT. However, there is spring fed water flowing in it starting at about 8400', even during late summer on a dry year. The biggest downside is that the trail is used by a lot of horses so you have to constantly dodge horse poop. The hike itself is a lot of up hill at the front end. Kennedy Meadows may not be as popular as other cities in United States, but don’t let that fool you. Kennedy Lake and the land around Kennedy Meadows were claimed by Andrew Thomas Kennedy of Knights Ferry and William E. Lutz in the mid-1880s. We turned right here on the smaller trail, through the gully and up the other side. Not too crowded on a Thursday afternoon and recommend turning right after the second bridge (wooden one) as it's a much easier on joints than the left steep stone stairs. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/kennedy-lake-trail We drove to the trailhead on Friday night, arriving around 7pm. Emigrant Lake might be a bit far? First 36hrs were beautiful blue skies and warm air. We spoke with other hikers on the way down and they noted there are some online resources that describe the best off trail route to Ridge Lake from Summit Creek. We did pass a few groups that went from Ridge Lake all the way down in a day. Closer to 9 miles if you go to the water past the creek. This is a Hiking trip up the trail from Kennedy Meadows to Kennedy Lake. Our store, cabins, and bar are open! And that area is so beautiful, you'll want to take breaks to stop and look at the scenery anyways : ). Full ride report at livelikepete.com Mostly up uphill but it was great ! If you want a quiet hike choose a week day. The 7-mile hike from Kennedy Meadowsto Kennedy Lakeis one of the classic overnight backpacking outings in the Emigrant Wilderness. I was also a bit nervous about making new… Big Loops. My feeling is that 2020 is a special year and If I hike far enough I will eventually find some space. It was the perfect hike to introduce a friend to backpacking. It’s uphill most of the way there, with downhill being a bit slippery in the sand on the way back. We hiked this several years ago as part of a 50 mile trip with our Boy Scout troop, so the kids were experienced backpackers. There some 40 or so trailheads in STAN/Carlson-Iceberg alone. We went and visited the exact spot and took a pic. We almost abandoned the hike because our 3 yo was tapped out after about 4 miles. Backpackers will want to experience the southern Sierra Nevada on this beautiful stretch of PCT. Amazing to look out over the reservoir with snow capped mountains at the top. From the resort, cross the meadow to the first bridge and then begin a steep climb along an old road used to build Relief Dam in the early 1900s. Location: Emigrant Wilderness, Tuolumne County Trailhead: Kennedy Meadows, elevation 6,300 feet Kennedy Lake elevation: 7,800 feet Elevation Gain: 1,500 feet Hiking Distance: 7.7 miles Best seasons: Late spring through mid-fall Campsites: Along Kennedy Creek Popular activities: Hiking, fishing, horseback riding, hunting, photography, wildflower viewing, peak climbing Great beginner backpacking for families. Rumor is you can park up past the restaurant if you're a day hiker. Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Trail ist ein 9.8 Kilometer langer, moderat besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Pinecrest, Kalifornien. When I got to Northern Kennedy Meadows, however, and tried to upload the page using their Wi Fi, everything disappeared. I hated entering from Kennedy meadows because the horse traffic from the resort has destroyed the trail and made it feel more like a multi lane highway. You gave me a lot of confidence so again I thank you. Thank you for any guidance. We stayed at Relief Reservoir on the way out, and it was a good place to camp and cool off in the water. Great waterfalls and granite walls...and then you come to the reservoir! Carried the toddler in the pack. There was some streams from snow run off that you can cool off with. Steve and I were having too much fun pushing each other faster and faster. We saw some overnight hikers but the trail is wide and it's easy to keep your distance. [IN THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] After about 0.7 miles we decided to turn back and camp at Summit Creek instead. - 7/21/11 8:19 PM PDT <- Really sandy too for much of the trail. We complied, sniffing the familiar vanilla and butterscotch aroma of the Jeffrey pine bark. I spent my first night in a hammock. Union Station station, take the walk to L. A. Bring plenty of water a hat for protection because there is little shade. 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