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Clover Creek Winter Trail

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

A snowy landscape of a road going over a creek.
After a few switchbacks, the trail crosses the Clover Creek Bridge.

This one-way trail is currently marked to the Twin Lakes hiking trail junction. At the north end of the Wuksachi Village Center Parking area, follow trail markers across two pedestrian bridges. After a few switchbacks, the trail crosses the Clover Creek Bridge. Use caution, the trail from the creek is steep. The trail heads eastward through thick stands of firs for 0.8 miles until it crosses Silliman Creek, and then on to the Twin Lakes Trail junction. Return to Wuksachi on the same trail.

The Twin Lakes hiking trail leads south from the junction to Lodgepole. The trail is marked but the last mile to Lodgepole is a steep south-facing slope that will be one of the first areas to melt out and should be attempted by advanced skiers only.

Trail Information

  • Trailhead: Wuksachi Village Center parking area
  • Distance: 2.1 miles (3.4 km) one way, Wuksachi to Twin Lakes summer trail junction
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Elevation Gain/Loss: 390 ft / 193 ft
  • Approximate Round Trip: 2 – 4 hours
For a complete map of winter trails, check out our Park Newspaper. For more detailed trail information, please visit our Maps page.
Details
The duration will vary depending on fitness level, snow conditions, and length of time spent at trail features.
This trail is designated as a cross-country ski trail, but can also be used for snowshoeing. Due to the snowy and icy conditions on the trail, hiking without traction devices is not recommended. 
Pets Allowed
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
The trailhead begins at the upper lot in the Wuksachi Village parking area.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information

There are accessible parking spots at the Wuksachi Village parking area. When Wuksachi Lodge is open, there are accessible flush toilets and drinking fountains available.

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A yellow triangle with a black four leaf clover inside of it.
Follow the route marker above to safely stay on the Clover Creek winter trail.

Route Marker Information

Trails that are buried under snow are very difficult to follow, so it is best to stick to trails marked for winter travel. Ski trails - open to skiing, snowshoe, and hiking - are marked by different symbols nailed to trees along their routes.

The route marker for the Clover Creek winter trail is a yellow triangle with a clover within it.

Caution

Please do not snowshoe or walk directly on ski tracks. The tread of snowshoes (or boots) can create divots and ruin carefully laid ski tracks, creating hazards for skiers. Skiers/snowshoers going uphill yield to those going downhill. Fill in depressions in the snow after falling to reduce hazards to others. Visit our Skiing and Snowshoeing page for safety tips, guidance, and snowshoe ranger program information.


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Last updated: December 20, 2024