Look at the lower elevations[in Sequoia/Kings. I have been watching this area very carefully and there is a lot of clear trail. Out of Crescent Meadow, High Sierra Trail is pretty clear to several junctions from which you can yo-yo, go a little higher, or loop back even lower, along the Middle Fork Kaweah. CAll the SEKI wilderness office for specific info: the posted reports are a week or two out of date, which can make a big difference.
And Steve had a good suggestion, too. Merced Lake and beyond is only a little higher than Little Yosemite, and the Glacier Point trailhead is not a bad way to go. Panorama Trail, over Illilouette and actually descends to top of Nevada Fall and LYV, avoids the crowds from Happy Isles.
Last edited by saltydog; 06/23/11 01:51 PM.
