Moro Rock Trail in Sequoia-King's Canyon National Park

Moro Rock Trail

More like a stair-climb than a trail, visitors can ascend to the top of Moro Rock via a 400-step, 1/4-mile-long staircase.

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Moro Rock Trail Details

More like a stair-climb than a trail, visitors can ascend to the top of Moro Rock via a 400-step, 1/4-mile-long staircase for a spectacular view of the Great Western Divide and the western part of the park. The stairs should not be attempted if there's any snow or ice present. You may also see rock climbers exploring Moro Rock's cracks and crevices.

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

.25 miles

Estimated time

1 hour

Region

N/A

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