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Shepherd Pass Trail
The Shepherd Pass trail climbs a demanding 6,000 feet from the Owens Valley to 12,000-foot Shepherd Pass. Then, it enters Sequoia National Park and joins the John Muir Trail near Tyndall Creek. Due to a persistent snowfield, steep terrain and talus, the Shepherd Pass trail is frequently impassable to stock above about 10,800 feet.
Common Destinations: Mahogany Flat, Shepherd Pass, John Muir Trail
Download area map for trail names.
To purchase more detailde maps or guidebooks of the area, visit sierraforever.org
Vehicles with stock trailers should park at the Shepherd Pack Trail parking lot.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Flood damage on lower portions of the trail. It is not currently recomended for stock and caution is recommended for all users. Weather |
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| Reservations: | Reserve up to 6 months in advance at www.Recreation.gov |
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| Restroom: | No Restrooms. Bury human waste away from water sources. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
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General Information
Parking:Low clearance vehicles and vehicles with trailers should park at the Shepherd Pack Trail. Then, Visitors can reach the Shepherd Pass Trail via the 1.4 mile long Shepherd Pack Trail.
Directions:
From US Highway 395, in Independence, CA:
- Turn west on Market Street. Travel 4.3 miles to Foothill Rd.
- Turn south on Foothill Rd and travel 2.8 miles to the Shepherd Pack Trailhead.
- Approximately 1/2 mile past the Shepherd Pack Trailhead, turn west on a small, rough dirt road.
- Follow the main track approximately 1.3 miles to the Shepherd Pass Trailhead. This road is unpaved and may be quite rough.
Activities
Backpacking
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Horse Riding
Due to a persistent snowfield, steep terrain and talus, the Shepherd Pass trail is frequently impassable to stock above about 10,800 feet.
General Info:
ParkingStock users should park at the stock trailhead, and ride the Shepherd Pack Trail the the Shepherd Pass Trailhead.
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