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Summary: Mist Falls is a great introductory hike into King's Canyon National Park. This is the canyon part of the park as the glacier-carved walls of granite soar above you and the intense fury of the King's River flows beside and under you. The hike is straightforward. Follow the river and trail until the footbridge and the signs for Mist Falls, turn left and hike north up the canyon towards Paradise Valley. Head through the arboreal rainforest (due to the mass and excess of water) along the trail and up the granite slopes. You can stop at a viewpoint for the falls or continue the short ways on to the top, or venture further and into Paradise Valley which adds an additional three miles each way to your hike. This one can get hot and buggy, be sure to bring insect repellent, and get an early start. Trailhead: From the Big Stump Entrance to King's Canyon National Park, take Highway 180 towards Grant Grove and Road's End. Follow the highway north and then east as it dips deep into the canyon. Follow the Highway to the appropriately named "Road's End." Park and start your hike next to the Wilderness Ranger Station that issues backcountry permits for backpackers. Hikers do not need to stop, unless you have a question or concern. A loop can be made of this hike by crossing the footbridge on the way down and walking back along the Southern bank of the King's River. (Lat:36.81421 Lon:-118.54849) Trail Guides for Kings Canyon NP - Mist Falls: California Hiking by Tom Sinestra and Ann Marie Brown (Avalon Travel) Hiking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks by Laurel Scheidt (Falcon) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Horses, Ranger Contact: King's Canyon National Park - Grant Grove Visitor Center (559) 565-4307 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Allen Riedel, who has posted 123 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Brandon on 6/15/2009 I've started taking day hikes more regularly lately, and had my eyes on Mist falls for some time now. I decided to do it this past weekend (6-13-09) and was very pleased. By comparison, the only other day hike I have ever taken in these parks is the Lakes trail in Sequoia National Park, which I have done twice (once via Watchtower, once via the Hump), both times stopping at Heather Lake because the weather didn't permit me to go any further. This trail starts off very pleasant for the first 2.5 miles or so, though I wouldn't call it all that impressive, though some may disagree: A wide, sandy trail snaking through nice little meadows guarded on either side by the canyon walls. At a certain point you will reach a marsh land whi 
Reviewed by Sasi on 5/29/2009 I think the length of this trail is 4.7 miles one way ie., 9.4 miles round trip.
Reviewed by Rich on 5/29/2008 Do not go on the rocks along the river they are slipery! My hiking partner sliped about 10 feet almost got herself killed.
Reviewed by RichardC on 5/26/2008 this was very interesting and moderator hike...really enjoyable...so beautiful..had a great day hike...will be back!
Reviewed by Ric on 5/12/2008 best to hike in early spring....april/may... 
Reviewed by Jeannine on 7/23/2006 If you do this hike to Mist Falls be very careful. There are caution signs alonng the way. The water is swift and the rock is slick. My sister drowned here in 1994. Take care to enjoy this hike with great caution and with a trusted partner. ~Jeannine Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Tulare County Hiking, Tulare County Trails, Tulare County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||