TO DELAYS OF UP TO 15 MINUTES Aufgrund der Steigung und Distanz ist die Strecke als moderat einzustufen. Kennedy Meadows is also a remote hamlet reached by 25 miles of narrow, STEEP, twisty road. We open for the season on the last Friday in April and close on Columbus Day in October. After about 0.7 miles we decided to turn back and camp at Summit Creek instead. I wanted to honor your willingness to give me guidance and go to your exact spot. We camped at a site next to the trailhead. I certainly don’t need to stomp on road apples in the searing heat and straight uphill. MONDAY THRU FRIDAY THRU 7/22/11 - DUE TO CONSTRUCTION - MOTORISTS ARE SUBJECT Kennedy Lake - Key Facts. 14K likes. Closer to 9 miles if you go to the water past the creek. NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ARE REPORTED FOR THIS AREA. - http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/sr108 <- This is what I can remember: June 11- 11 miles, camping above Shadow Lake on the JMT Nice steady uphill hike to lake. Note that the upper portion of the creek is dry in late summer. Solid hike. The cabin was restored in 1988 by Pat Casey. There are some very popular trails for horseback riding in Sonora Pass. We are in pretty good shape so not too worried about the elevation gain and we are plenty outdoorsy. 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. Plus we know what we are in for if we go out on Labor Day weekend. Up hill all the way to the lake without a lot of shade so be prepared with some sunscreen, hat & water. 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. The climb was a challenge for me but around every corner there was something beautiful to behold. Bring plenty of water a hat for protection because there is little shade. bahiker.com, Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. Rivers, bridges, creeks, cave, dam, beautiful reservoir . Oct 21, 2020 - Horseback riding, camping, hiking, and stunning views in the High Sierra. Find all the transport options for your trip from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Kennedy Meadows right here. Great trail! - http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/us395 <- All in all, it's a beautiful trail. After the second bridge you can take the horse trail to the right, or the stairs straight up. . I think you have sold me. Granted we were young, in shape and very outdoorsy. Part of the effort here is where to begin. Great waterfalls and granite walls...and then you come to the reservoir! July 17, 2009 September 21, 2009 vero. If you want a quiet hike choose a week day. Kennedy Meadows beauty is all encompassing. 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. It's a great hike, but it's a lot to take in all in one go, especially the initial climb up. I spent my first night in a hammock. The car had long-since been packed, all we needed was an inspiring destination. I do like the idea of stopping at Relief Reservoir and doing day hikes to high elevation points. Got back last night. We camped at Troy Meadows Campground and rode for 3 days here. 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). Kennedy built a cabin, which still stands today, where the resort is now located. Cross a second bridge and after … Sonora Pass was my favorite part of the Sierra Nevada section of the PCT. Er führt entlang eines Sees, entlang eines Flusses und es gibt einen Wasserfall und schöne Wildblumen. We complied, sniffing the familiar vanilla and butterscotch aroma of the Jeffrey pine bark. Oh and also I wanted to thank you for the spot recommendation. State Route 108 (from the Central Valley) The river was raging. In the spring the businesses are awash with hikers waiting for the snow to melt in the Sierras. We went and visited the exact spot and took a pic. Sonora Pass is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. Full ride report at livelikepete.com 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. Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir, 4.2 miles. You gave me a lot of confidence so again I thank you. Technically most of the campsites are FFS but we didn't have an issue finding a site (may have been because of the major fires that week). Kennedy Lake and Meadows via Leavitt Lake – HIGH ADVENTURE! 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. Thank you for the help. 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 There some 40 or so trailheads in STAN/Carlson-Iceberg alone. Kennedy Meadows is located approximately 60 miles East of Sonora, nestled high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. We stayed out for 3 nights. The weather was at the high of 70 degrees so it was a little warm. Great hike with beautiful views. Had tried it on a weekend and the crowd was overwhelming. However, you can take the bus to L. A. and spent about an hour there at the first point you can go down (at the large rusted pipe) to get water (need to take packs off for the last bit to scramble a little). Can anyone comment on Kennedy Meadows to Emigrant Lake as a first time backpacking hike for me and my 15yo daughter? It was busy over 4th of July weekend but that is to be expected. It's hard but not crazy, at least we didn't think so. To that point, the trail is well defined (sandy / loose rocks / horse poop) and fairly sunny. It was the perfect hike to introduce a friend to backpacking. Plus we know what we are in for if we go out on Labor Day weekend. I am not terribly worried about crowds. I did this a few years ago with my boyfriend at the time and we loved it. The restaurant is open all afternoon for a late lunch if needed. We turned right here on the smaller trail, through the gully and up the other side. << this is taken from http://www.kennedymeadows.com. Kennedy Meadows off Highway 108 near Sonora Pass is a popular gathering place for campers, hikers, horseback riders, and anglers. We almost abandoned the hike because our 3 yo was tapped out after about 4 miles. My feeling is that 2020 is a special year and If I hike far enough I will eventually find some space. The lazy rivers were my favorite. Thank you for the sage wisdom! Kennedy Meadows North is NOT Kennedy Meadows South. 4K over 14mi is a bit much. The views were beautiful. 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. There is ample free parking and several campsites on the drive up in case the trailhead is full. Love the views, the river, the high Sierra environs. This is what you get for ‘winging it’. Rome2rio makes travelling from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Kennedy Meadows easy. Die Route ist das ganze Jahr über zugänglich. We then hiked up to where there is a sharp right on the trail in AllTrails at Summit Creek. The trail was sandy with lots of horse traffic and poop. We stayed at Relief Reservoir on the way out, and it was a good place to camp and cool off in the water. . The original Kennedy Meadows lodge was erected in 1917. Cookies help us deliver our Services. 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). My feeling is that 2020 is a special year and If I hike far enough I will eventually find some space. 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 would rate as moderately easy. With our grand plans thwarted due to weather reports indicating rain (conspiracy), we had to improvise. We drove to the trailhead on Friday night, arriving around 7pm. Miles: 7.6. Bonus: There is a general store by the trailhead at Kennedy Meadows for a cold beer after the hike! 15K likes. Hunde sind auf diesem Weg erlaubt. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/kennedy-lake-trail US 395 Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Amazing to look out over the reservoir with snow capped mountains at the top. Backpackers will want to experience the southern Sierra Nevada on this beautiful stretch of PCT. We ended up finding an awesome spot on the creek and with easy access to the reservoir itself. You can see Sonora Peak and Leavit Peak as you walk along the river. Union Station station, take the walk to L. A. Thank you for any guidance. Lovely trip. We hiked this several years ago as part of a 50 mile trip with our Boy Scout troop, so the kids were experienced backpackers. Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, Sonora, California. 2nd 36hrs were Smokey and ash dropping on us the entire time. 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. 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. Carried the toddler in the pack. It’s was a good trail. We did pass a few groups that went from Ridge Lake all the way down in a day. [IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] There was some streams from snow run off that you can cool off with. The Kennedy Meadows trailhead and campground is a good place to begin a trip into the Sierra Nevada because the PCT’s steady ascent northward allows you to acclimate relatively slowly to higher altitudes. - 7/21/11 8:19 PM PDT <- I have analysis paralysis. Nonplussed2’s spot. Lots of horses on the trail. If you two are in good shape I wouldn't worry about the incline in the beginning at all. 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. 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. [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA & SIERRA NEVADA] LONG BARN TO 6 MI EAST OF STRAWBERRY (TUOLUMNE CO) FROM 0700 HRS TO 1700 HRS Let me know if you want more details. Looking back down at Leavitt Lake from Leavitt Pass . Restaurant will open Mothers Day weekend and the horses open Memorial Weekend! Worth it though! But overall a really nice day hike! Our store, cabins, and bar are open! https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/kennedy-meadow-to-the-bridge After we got our relaxation on, we decided it was time to gear up and get a quick taste of Kennedy Meadows. Beautiful views and river crossings. Day 67: Mile 1009.3 to Mile 1016.9: Sonora Pass/Kennedy Meadows North. Restaurant will open Mothers Day weekend and the horses open Memorial Weekend! I don’t have the best of knees so they were definitely swollen when we got back to Kennedy Meadows. We were doing this around 4pm after about 3,000 ft of elevation under the sun. 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). We set off down Beach Ridge Trail and then took Jackass Creek Trail north. 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. - 7/21/11 8:19 PM PDT <- Lake Isabella to Kennedy Meadows: Ugly and Beautiful. U.S. Route 395 (from the Eastern Sierras) Great payoff for a relatively short hike. Excellent thank you for the suggestion. This will dump you out at a good vista over the lake and dam. Following the PCT for a while going south, I made my way to the juction of the PCT and the Emigrant Trail near Kennedy … The nearest airport to Kennedy Meadows is Bakersfield (BFL). We stayed on the south end of Relief Reservoir two nights and day-hiked off-trail up into the high country one day. We park in the designated hiking parking area which adds roughly .75 miles to the hike. 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! 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. Trails around resevoir were very confusing and didnt always coincide with the maps. It is a little resort, complete with a C-store, a hiker bunk house, a great shower and laundry set up, and a restaurant. Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Trail ist ein 6.1 Meilen langer, moderat besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Pinecrest, Kalifornien. 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. 08/22/2020 - I agree the hike is moderate. NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ARE REPORTED FOR THIS AREA. Once you conquer going up, the downhill is much more relaxed. It was also my favorite pass, maybe because my fear had gone down, but it felt like I could see the entire world. [IN THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] There is a small general store and an internet café, both of which offer meals, camping, showers and laundry to the hikers. Our store, cabins, and bar are open! Lots of great camping site around the reservoir. Emigrant Lake might be a bit far? A fantastic hike with beautiful views all the the way up. 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. When I got to Northern Kennedy Meadows, however, and tried to upload the page using their Wi Fi, everything disappeared. The climb up can be a bit hot by late morning, not a lot of protection from the sun. The hike itself is a lot of up hill at the front end. And that area is so beautiful, you'll want to take breaks to stop and look at the scenery anyways : ). Is this a good first time hike? The ice cold beer at the store when we got back was a great reward Most definitely recommend this hike. It’s uphill most of the way there, with downhill being a bit slippery in the sand on the way back. We started around 10am and it was already getting hot. 1-WAY CONTROLLED TRAFFIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FROM 7.8 MI EAST OF Lots of nice sights along the way. This turned out to be a nice, 'early season' hike. Really sandy too for much of the trail. Cross a second bridge and after a stiff climb, pass the turnoff to Kennedy Lake. We were arm-pumped as hell and exhausted but kept pushing ahead until we absolutely needed a break. [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA & SIERRA NEVADA] Thank you for the perspective. Any recommendations for alternate trailheads or routes? One alternative is a trip my wife and I did out of Kennedy last year. The second day, we went about 13, past Emigrant, and with additional climbing. We started Saturday morning with the intention to get to Ridge Lake in one day. However, there is spring fed water flowing in it starting at about 8400', even during late summer on a dry year. Steve and I were having too much fun pushing each other faster and faster. Not a fan of sharing the trail with so many horses and mules. That way you get the backpacking experience without killing her/you and you still get some adventure and higher elev scenery. This is a Hiking trip up the trail from Kennedy Meadows to Kennedy Lake. 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. Not the 6.1 miles that the app says. The final summit ridge is an easy class 3 ascent. 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. There is no direct connection from Nearby airports to Kennedy Meadows. I like the challenge of the incline on the way to Relief Reservoir but it was still really doable. We hiked up the reservoir (which is gorgeous!) The walk along the reservoir trail is breath-taking. The forest included many Jeffrey pines, and one hiker had placed the note "Smell Me" at the base of one of the trees. Rumor is you can park up past the restaurant if you're a day hiker. Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station, Sonora, California. It’s actually been my only stumbling block. It really depends on how many days you’re planning to be out there. Kennedy Meadows may not be as popular as other cities in United States, but don’t let that fool you. It was beautiful. We had a wonderful time. Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Trail ist ein 9.8 Kilometer langer, moderat besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Pinecrest, Kalifornien. A great hike with a lot of beautiful sights to see. It is one of the most horse friendly paths in the Sierra. But when the breeze kicked in, it was nice. The people were friendly and set us up in a bunk room with five beds, which we promptly spread out on. Rome2rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. This is exactly what we did and it was perfect first time for my daughter and me. The reservoir was by far the most stunning part of our trip and we wished we could have spent more time there. 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. Aufgrund der Steigung und Distanz ist die Strecke als moderat einzustufen. Have a beer when you finish. Worth the climb. Mid week was perfect, not a lot of people on the trail. The lake is beautiful, we bouldered down to the water and sat for a while there. be careful of the excessive Horse Manure, We stumbled upon this trail while riding up North From Los Banos. Be sure to bring a bear canister. The 7-mile hike from Kennedy Meadowsto Kennedy Lakeis one of the classic overnight backpacking outings in the Emigrant Wilderness. Any other recommendations in the Stan Forest / Carlson-Iceberg Area? Kennedy Meadows offers the last on trail resupply for the next couple hundred miles. It was pretty much his first backpacking trip and he had no complaints at all. See more ideas about horseback riding, stunning view, horseback. One way is not significantly better than the other. Er führt entlang eines Sees, entlang eines Flusses und es gibt einen Wasserfall und schöne Wildblumen. I was also a bit nervous about making new… Great beginner backpacking for families. 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. 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. a lot of bang for the buck! By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. I really was impressed. We saw some overnight hikers but the trail is wide and it's easy to keep your distance. very pleasant hike otherwise. Perfect to jump into the lake. A little to cold for swimming but perfect to dip your feet in. NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS ARE REPORTED FOR THIS AREA. Kennedy Meadows is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. 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. We left Kennedy Meadows around midday, and some of the kids were exhausted about 7 miles in (steady climbing, so we stopped somewhere around a creek. Good resources: 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. First 36hrs were beautiful blue skies and warm air. Continue climbing until the trail levels off and begins to descend along the side of Relief Reservoir. The trail is easy to follow, but the lake is a little farther out than you'd think. Intense. 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 I am not terribly worried about crowds. Believe it or not, I was really good about writing my blog on my phone every night this week. This hike is at least 8 miles. However, there are better options for getting to Kennedy Meadows. Thank you again for the guidance! Just wanted to drop a line and thank you for this advice. One of the best trails is Kennedy Meadows to Snow Lake. SR 108 When you get to the trail Y, keep right until you reach the old boiler section. But worth the views. The hike itself is a lot of up hill at the front end. The most beautiful and pristine blue water you will see. 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. The biggest downside is that the trail is used by a lot of horses so you have to constantly dodge horse poop. We would say it’s moderately hard. Big Loops. Emigrant Wilderness - Kennedy Meadows to Unnamed Lake by Iceland Lake - July 4, 2014 Trip Logistics. Sonora Pass is seasonal, also check SR 108 above You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination. Mostly up uphill but it was great ! 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. 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