California · Hiking

Beach Ridge

7.8 mi
round trip
588 ft
climb
8,347 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Beach Ridge open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Sequoia National Forest. It doesn't name Beach Ridge, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Sequoia National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Beach Ridge is a 7.8-mile out-and-back hike in the Kern River Ranger District of Sequoia National Forest in California, managed by the Forest Service. The trail rises from a low point of 7,743 feet to a high of 8,347 feet, with a total elevation gain of 588 feet. It is a hard route, and the natural-surface trail is not accessible. The trail is open year-round, and it allows horses and bikes. That makes it a versatile option for riders and pack animals, though it is not a trail for anyone needing an accessible route. Lion Meadow and Bear Trap are both within a mile and a half, and Troy Meadow Campground is about 4.4 miles away. For paddling, Rattlesnake Creek is about 3.5 miles off.

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