3 Best Hiking Trails in Visalia, CA

Expert-recommended Top 3 Hiking Trails in Visalia. All selected hiking trails undergo our rigorous 50-Point Inspection, assessing reviews, reputation, history, price, proximity, and more to ensure excellence. No Pay-to-Play!

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KAWEAH OAKS PRESERVE

29979 Road 182,
Visalia, CA 93221 Directions

Since 1983

Hiking Trails Nature Center and Preserve Picnic Area Trail Running Outdoor Activities Walking & Park

Kaweah Oaks Preserve is a 322-acre sanctuary that offers scenic trail hikes, abundant native plant species, diverse birdlife, and wildlife. Visitors can immerse themselves in the area's natural beauty, envisioning how it appeared before human settlement took place over 100 years ago. Kaweah Oaks Preserve offers four self-guided nature trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in rare native plant species, observe various birds, and encounter other fascinating wildlife. Visitors can watch for sightings of a grey fox, a great horned owl, or even a Nuttall's woodpecker. These trails provide a unique opportunity to step back in time, connecting with the sights and sounds that once greeted Native Americans and early settlers in this remarkable area. This nature preserve is open year-round, from dawn until dusk.

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(559) 738-0211

Mon-Fri: 8am - 5pm Sat & Sun: Closed

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SEQUOIA & KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS

47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers,
Visalia, CA 93271 Directions

Since 1943

Hiking Mountain Wildlife Restroom Facilities Camping Accessible Bicycling Birding Picnic & Playground

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks has a combined area of 1,353 square miles that is managed under a consolidated management structure. Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are jointly managed, spanning an impressive 1,353 square miles. The trail is located 29.1 miles away from Visalia, CA. The park also provides numerous campgrounds and cabins, offering comfortable accommodation options for guests. In addition to the stunning flora, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks are home to various wildlife. Over 200 bird species can be observed, including the gregarious slender salamander, western toad, western spadefoot toad, rainbow trout, coyote, Mexican free-tailed bat, rubber boa, common kingsnake, and many more fascinating creatures that contribute to the park's biodiversity.

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(559) 565-3341

Open 24 Hours

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MORO ROCK TRAIL

Three Rivers,
Visalia, CA 93262 Directions

Since 1931

Hiking Wheelchair and Kid Friendly Nature Trips Wildlife Birding Road Biking Fishing Wild Flowers Walking Trail Running & Lake

Moro Rock Trail is a renowned, dome-shaped granite formation featuring a rock-cut stairway leading to a breathtaking summit. The 1/4-mile staircase offers a magnificent vantage point from which to view the awe-inspiring Great Western Divide and the western portion of the park. Visitors can enjoy sweeping 360-degree views that stretch for miles on either side of the ridge. Vehicle parking is available near the trailhead, with two restrooms nearby. As Visitors climb the well-maintained concrete and stone stairway up Moro Rock, you'll catch glimpses of the majestic peaks of the Great Western Divide peeking through the forest canopy. The climb is relatively safe due to handrails along the entire route. It is important to exercise caution and closely supervise small children due to occasional steep dropoffs along the trail.

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