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Haiwee Pass Trail
The Haiwee Pass trail is located in the eastern portion of the South Sierra Wilderness. The trail begins at 4,940 feet near Haiwee Creek, and climbs to Haiwee Pass, at 8,500 feet. The trail is primitive and can be overgrown or faint in places as it winds through canyon live oak woodland, crossing Haiwee Creek several times. At Haiwee Pass, one can continue westward towards the South Fork of the Kern River, or head north towards Olancha Pass and Summit Meadows.
NOTICE: A flood damaged the first two miles of the Haiwee Pass Trail. It is not stock passable and may be difficult to locate.
Common Destinations: Haiwee Pass, Dutch John Flat, Golden Trout Wilderness
Download area map for trail names
To purchase more detailed maps and guidebooks of the area, go to sierraforever.org
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Trail and trailhead severely damaged by flooding. This primitive trail is difficult to follow. |
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| Reservations: | Contact Inyo National Forest for information about how to book a permit for this non quota trail. |
| Permit Info: | Wilderness permit is not required for overnight trips into the South Sierra Wilderness, but are recommended. If your trip will continue north of Olancha Peak into Golden Trout Wilderness then a permit is required.
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| Water: | Water from creeks, lakes and springs should be treated before drinking. |
| Restroom: | Please Leave No Trace. Bury human waste away from water sources. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
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General Information
Directions:From US 395, south of Olancha, CA,
- At mile marker 25.5, near Haiwee Reservoir, turn west onto Haiwee Canyon Road.
- Travel on the dirt road until it ends at the Haiwee Pass trailhead.
Parking:
Low clearance vehicles and vehicles with trailers should park at the end of the graded road, and not enter the canyon where the road turns to dirt and becomes narrow.
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