Mist Falls Trail
This trail follows the glaciated South Fork Canyon through forest and chaparral.
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Mist Falls Trail Details
The Mist Falls Trail follows the glacier-carved South Fork Canyon to one of the largest waterfalls in the park, Mist Falls. You'll hike first through through woodland, chaparral and a meadow, then past rapids and cascades before you get to the falls. The first part of the eight-mile round trip is relatively flat, but it gains 600 feet during the last mile to the falls. The trailhead is at Road's End.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
4 miles
Estimated time
4.5 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Mist Falls Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mist Falls Trail
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2.5 mi away
Kings Canyon Scenic Byway
The Kings Canyon Scenic Byway is internationally significant for its unique scenic and geologic displays.
3.1 mi away
Zumwalt Meadow Trail
This 1.5-mile trail passes high granite walls, lush meadows, and the Kings River.
4.6 mi away
Roaring River Falls Trail
A very short, shady walk to a powerful waterfall rushing through a granite chute.
5.3 mi away
Knapp's Cabin
A short walk from a turnout two miles east of Cedar Grove Village Road.
