Hikes in Inyo National Forest

It is difficult to even discuss Inyo National Forest without loading up your backpack for a trek into the high sierra. This incredible region of California features staggering summits, epic glaciers, crystal clear lakes, and pristine pine forests. It is truly a hiker's delight. [wp_ad_wide_page] Highlights of Inyo National Forest Inyo National Forest Several distinct federally protected wilderness areas, including Golden Trout Wilderness and John Muir Wilderness, make up the nearly 3,000 square miles of Inyo National Forest. ... Read more.
Tokopah Falls in Sequoia National Park
Measuring 1,200 feet long, Tokopah Falls is the tallest waterfall in Sequoia National Park. Unlike the famous free-falling waterfalls in that other national park to the north, Tokopah Falls features a long series of steep picturesque cascades. The 4.2-mile round trip hike to the waterfall is fairly gradual, gaining 630 feet up a trail that should be enjoyable for hikers of all abilities. ...Read more.
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Distance: 4.2 miles · Elevation change: 630 feet
By: Published: April 19, 2010 Last updated: December 5, 2025