Alta Peak Guided Day Hike - Sequoia National Park

Alta Peak Guided Day Hike - Sequoia National Park

$65.00

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Challenging

2021 Dates Coming Soon!

Alta Peak Trail is a challenging but rewarding 14 mile hike up the sierras of Sequoia. Beautiful scenery and lots of wild plants and trees, to then arriving to peaks of Alta Mountain, you will get to reward yourself with a big lunch at 11,207 ft of elevation. Very rewarding hike and definitely one for the books!

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Join us on this beautiful hike amidst the giant sequoia trees up to 11,000 ft to Alta Peak Mountain. If you are up for a challenge, are in great cardio condition then this hike is just for you! We will make this hike so much fun you will not want to go back home! Sign up and start an adventure here now!

Trip Itinerary:

8:00 am - Meet at Wolverton Parking Lot

8:30 am - Group Stretch and introduction

8:45 am - Start hike towards Alta Peak

(take small breaks in between)

1:00pm - Arrive at Alta Peak

Enjoy a nice well deserved lunch at 11,000 ft!

2:30 pm - Depart from Alta Peak (Hike out)

5:00 pm - Arrive back to Parking Lot (Wolverton)

5:30 pm - Good byes, pictures, and head home!


(Everything is subject to change, due to any unforeseen circumstances)

What to Bring

Plan to bring the following items in a small daypack for your guided hike:

  • 2-3 Liters of water per person

  • Lunch & snacks for the day

  • A warm layer and/or rainshell

  • Hat & Sunglasses

  • Sunscreen

  • Camera (optional)

  • Sturdy Hiking Boots

Wear comfortable and moisture wicking clothing (especially for the warm summer months of July-August). Comfortable hiking/running shoes that are with grippy soles are the best option for footwear. It's important to check the weather prior to your day to make sure you're dressing appropriately


Travel & Logistics

Your trip begins and ends in the Wolverton Parking Lot (Pic-Nic Area) at the Alta Peak Trail Head. You will need your own vehicle or transportation for this day, plan for extra time to get to your destination and find parking. Traffic can be heavy in Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park during the peak months of summer. You'll be meeting your guide in the Wolverton Parking Lot, right next to the bear canisters and Alta Peak Trailhead. There is plenty of parking area, as well as bathrooms. Directions will be sent to you upon registration.

For more information, you can reference Sequoia National Park's webpage here regarding parking and transportation. 


WHAT'S INCLUDED

VS Outdoor Co. guides are professional, highly experienced, enjoyable people that will showcase their interpretive and mountain skills in and around Sequoia National Park. They look forward to teaching and guiding you in these spectacular locations as well as getting to know you. Tell your guide your goals and s/he will do their best to meet your needs in a safe and enjoyable manner! Gratuities are accepted and appreciated for a job well done.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Final payments are due 90 days prior to departure. Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to trip departure receive a full refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit. Cancellations made 7-29 days prior to trip departure receive 50% refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit. There are no refunds for cancellations made within a week prior to trip departure (0-6 days) or after the trip has begun. No refunds will be made for any unused portions of a trip.