Alta Peak and Alta Meadow
Backpacking2 days19.2 mi (round-trip)
Itinerary
Alta Peak Trailhead
7.6 mi • 2,300 ft gain
Alta Peak Meadow
11.6 mi • 2,600 ft gain
Alta Peak Trailhead
Driving directions
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Trips starting between May 23 and September 27
Permits required. Quota in effect.
1st option
Online reservations
Closes 1 week ahead
Book Get notified when we find cancellations
Release
6 months ahead at 7 AM PT Passed
2nd option
In-person reservations
Opens 1 day ahead
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit application:
Entry Point | Alta |
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Exit Point | Alta |
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1st night Camp Area | Alta Meadow; Alta Peak |
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Select a start date
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