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Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites

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Reaching Monarch Lakes Backcountry Sites requires a hike rated as short but moderately difficult, which sets the tone for what follows: a quiet backcountry area within Sequoia National Park with flat tent sites, tree cover for shade and food hangs, and direct access to Monarch Lake. The water runs cold but swimmable. Campsites positioned close to the lake give open sightlines toward it at dawn and after dark. Campers planning a broader Sierra trip can browse campgrounds near Three Rivers for lower-elevation staging options before heading up.

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Map & DirectionsMonarch Lakes Backcountry Sites is located in California near Three Rivers

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36.44933264407515 N
118.5953468148359 W

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4 hrs 33 min from Visalia, CA
4 hrs 47 min from Hanford, CA
5 hrs 9 min from Fresno, CA
5 hrs 35 min from Bakersfield, CA

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Joan F.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2019

Stepped in to a time space warp

Enchanted!! This is one of my favorite here in sequoia national park south entrance by gen hi way. Park rangers were so helpful at the entrance and they are well organized.

Elliott B.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 9, 2016

Beautiful views, open area not too far of a hike

Great site to get to after a short (semi difficult) hike. If you want to head off into other parts of the backcountry (or are coming back) this is a great calm and serene area with fantastic scenery. The lake isn't too cold if you want to rinse or just cool off. Plenty of tree coverage for both some shade and to hang your food. Plenty of flat smooth areas to set you your tent (or a group of tents). Campsites can be right by the monarch, giving you a fantastic view at night or first thing in the morning.