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Rae Lakes Loop

USA · North America · Multi-day trek · score 74/100

At a glance

CountriesUSA
ContinentNorth America
RegionCalifornia (Kings Canyon NP)
TypeMulti-day trek
Length67 km
Typical duration5 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude3622 m
Best seasonJul-Sep
StartRoads End, Kings Canyon NP, CA
EndRoads End, CA (loop)
Permit / guideWilderness permit required (quota)
Special gearbear canister required

Score

74/100
Scenery
30/35
Fame
13/25
Uniqueness
16/20
Logistics
15/20

Classic High Sierra loop over Glen Pass; very popular with permit quota

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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