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The 10,500-acre Jennie Lakes Wilderness is a lovely mixture of lakes, meadows, forests, and streams. Mostly above 7,000 feet in elevation, this wilderness contains scenic variations of alpine and sub-alpine forest of White & Red Fir, Lodgepole Pine, Western White Pine, Jeffrey & Ponderosa Pine, with an abundance of wildflowers in the Spring and Summer. The summit of Mitchell Peak is the highest point at 10,365 feet. Four trailheads access 26 miles of trails within the wilderness. Several of these trails also connect to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park's enormous backcountry.
There is currently no fee to enter the Jennie Lakes Wilderness, however Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park charges entrance fees at the Big Stump and Ash Mountain entrance stations. There are no overnight wilderness permit fees in Sequoia National Forest, but we do ask that you fill out a voluntary registration card at the trailheads.
Note: if you enter the Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks via the Jennie Lakes Wilderness, you must obtain a backcountry permit from the Park Service website or in person at their permit stations (Grant Village or Lodgepole).
It was raining ashes at the time but it was so open. I loved how we had total access to all the wilderness that we wanted. I went with my youngest daughter, my friend ,and his oldest daughter. The kids loved the hikes we took and loved the animals we saw even more. My daughter told me her favorite part was the entire experience. That was my favorite part too. I think its too amazing to describe. The memory was great. I highly suggest stopping by.
Secluded alpine lakes, high in the Sierras. Melting snow from the peaks in Sequoia National Forest feed these crystal clear pools. On the journey in, you will find yourself constantly surrounded by astounding scenery. The vista over the granite hills and dense forest will overwhelm you. When the final crepuscular ray of sunlight dips below the horizon, the stars fill the sky and are reflected in the lake's pristine waters. Come here to find nature. Come here to listen to the trees sway in the wind and to the water lap at the shore. Come here to find peace.
