California · Hiking · Carson-Iceberg Wilderness · Near Bear Valley

Silver King Trail

30.8 mi
round trip
4,044 ft
climb
9,963 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Silver King Trail open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Carson Ranger District. It doesn't name Silver King Trail, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Carson Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Silver King Trail is a 30.8-mile out-and-back route in the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness, part of the Carson Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in California. The trail climbs from a low point of about 6,530 feet to a high of 9,963 feet, with a total elevation gain of 4,044 feet. It is a hard hike, and the Forest Service manages the land. The trail is on natural surface and allows horses, but bikes are not permitted. The open season runs from June 1 to October 15. The East Carson River Trail and the East Carson River lie within about 2.5 miles, and the Snodgrass trail is about 3.7 miles away. Paddlers can reach the East Fork Carson River, about 4.2 miles off.

Around this trail

Add any of these when you start a trip
  • Sleep close

    Wolf Creek

    Campground

    Campground · 4.7 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Lake Alpine Resort

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 22 mi
  • If it rains

    Alpine County Museum

    Museum

    Museum · 13 mi from Bear Valley

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