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Hike to a Bird's Eye View - Sequoia National Park

Eagle View
Hiking

Hike to a Bird's Eye View

Sequoia National Park
1-2 Hours
Spring · Summer · Fall
Pets: No
Fees: No

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Weekday Traffic Delays on Generals Highway North of Giant Forest

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Due to removal of hazard trees between the north boundary of Sequoia National Park and Wuksachi Way (the access road to Wuksachi Lodge), there are traffic delays on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vehicles may experience delays of up to 30 minutes total. There will not be delays on federal holidays.
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Fire Restrictions in Place

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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect. Wood and charcoal fires are prohibited at all low-elevation campgrounds and picnic areas. Additional restrictions apply. Click "more" for details.

About this activity

Take a short hike to little-known viewpoint, called Eagle View. This vista is just as spectacular as Moro Rock, but with fewer people. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of the Sequoia Kings Wilderness and the High Sierra.

In the Giant Forest, take a hike out of Crescent Meadow to a spectacular spot: Eagle View. Some say it's even better than views from Moro Rock! Take the High Sierra Trail from the Crescent Meadow parking area. The trail starts in a shady sequoia grove at the edge of a meadow. It then ascends 3/4 mile to the viewpoint, with an elevation gain of 280 feet. From the rocky cliffs, enjoy a view of the Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness and the high Sierra.

After you're done enjoying this bird's eye view of the park, you may return the way you came or you can continue hiking on the High Sierra Trail. This trail continues for many miles, so you can choose how far to hike and then turn around. Along this trail, you might see marmots, mule deer, birds, and other wildlife.

Activity details

Location
Giant Forest, Sequoia National Park
Duration
1-2 Hours
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Pets
No
Fees
No
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Weather forecast

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Overnight
46°F8°C
Mostly Clear
E 8 mph12 km/h
Friday
57°F14°C
Mostly Sunny
WSW 8 mph12 km/h Rain: 1%
Friday Night
46°F8°C
Partly Cloudy
E 5 mph8 km/h Rain: 1%
Saturday
57°F14°C
Sunny
S 8 mph12 km/h
Saturday Night
46°F8°C
Mostly Clear
ESE 13 mph20 km/h
Sunday
56°F13°C
Sunny
S 13 mph20 km/h
Forecast data provided by the National Weather Service.
Last updated: Oct 2, 2026 at 1:56 AM
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Forecasts can change and local conditions may vary. Check official weather alerts and park guidance before your visit.

More weather details

Overnight
46°F8°C
Mostly Clear

Mostly clear. Low around 46, with temperatures rising to around 48 overnight. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

E 8 mph12 km/h
Friday
57°F14°C
Mostly Sunny

Mostly sunny. High near 57, with temperatures falling to around 54 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

WSW 8 mph12 km/h Rain: 1%
Friday Night
46°F8°C
Partly Cloudy

Partly cloudy. Low around 46, with temperatures rising to around 49 overnight. East wind 0 to 10 mph.

E 5 mph8 km/h Rain: 1%
Saturday
57°F14°C
Sunny

Sunny, with a high near 57. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

S 8 mph12 km/h
Saturday Night
46°F8°C
Mostly Clear

Mostly clear, with a low around 46. East southeast wind 5 to 20 mph.

ESE 13 mph20 km/h
Sunday
56°F13°C
Sunny

Sunny, with a high near 56. South wind 5 to 20 mph.

S 13 mph20 km/h
Sunday Night
43°F6°C
Clear

Clear, with a low around 43. East southeast wind 5 to 15 mph.

ESE 10 mph16 km/h
Monday
52°F11°C
Sunny

Sunny, with a high near 52. West southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.

WSW 10 mph16 km/h Rain: 1%
Monday Night
43°F6°C
Mostly Clear

Mostly clear, with a low around 43. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.

NE 3 mph4 km/h
Tuesday
53°F12°C
Sunny

Sunny, with a high near 53. West wind 5 to 10 mph.

W 8 mph12 km/h Rain: 1%
Tuesday Night
44°F7°C
Mostly Clear

Mostly clear, with a low around 44. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

ENE 8 mph12 km/h
Wednesday
55°F13°C
Sunny

Sunny, with a high near 55. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

WSW 8 mph12 km/h
Wednesday Night
44°F7°C
Clear

Clear, with a low around 44. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

NNE 8 mph12 km/h
Thursday
54°F12°C
Sunny

Sunny, with a high near 54. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

WSW 8 mph12 km/h

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Forecasts can change and local conditions may vary. Check official weather alerts and park guidance before your visit.

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