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Chagoopa Falls

Tulare County, California

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height
1,201 ft (366 m)
Location
Tulare County, California
Access status
Partial guide: remote backcountry viewpoint; trail distance and parking not confirmed
The walk
Multi-day backpacking trip; distance from a trailhead to the viewpoint not published
Ground & access
Remote wilderness trail with long climbs and descents. Plan a multi-day trip with full backcountry equipment.
Hiking Project: Chagoopa Falls

Chagoopa Falls drops down the west wall of Kern Canyon in the remote backcountry of Sequoia National Park. It is seen from the High Sierra Trail where it follows the Kern River. The High Sierra Trail can be entered from its west or east trailheads. Another route uses the Golden Trout Wilderness from Horseshoe Meadow and the Lower Kern Trail.

Plan your visit

High Sierra Trail into Kern Canyon; Chagoopa Falls is seen from the trail along the Kern River

Hiking Project calls this an overnight trip and gives no single distance. Do not use the straight-line distance from any town or trailhead as a walking distance.

Remote wilderness trail with long climbs and descents. Plan a multi-day trip with full backcountry equipment.

Where to start

Trailhead parking depends on which High Sierra Trail entry point you use. Not confirmed in the reviewed sources.

Timing & water

Snow closes high passes for much of the year. Check current wilderness conditions with the park.

Before you go

Overnight trips in Sequoia and Kings Canyon need a wilderness permit. During the quota season entries are limited and a recreation fee is required. Outside quota season permits are free and self-issued.

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Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Tulare County, California.

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