Mariposa Grove to Wawona Point

The Mariposa Grove home to hundreds of mature giant sequoias and is the largest sequoia grove in Yosemite National Park. All trails through the grove begin here at the arrival area. They range from a relatively flat stroll to half- or full-day hikes that require strenuous uphill hiking. Each has its own rewards. All trail distances are listed beginning and ending at the arrival area. Route Information Big Trees Loop Trail Distance: 0.3 mile (0.5 km) loop Elevation gain: flat pavement and boardwalk Time estimate: 30 to 45 minutes This trail features the Fallen Monarch and interpretive panels on the life and ecology of giant sequoias. This loop is relatively flat and is wheelchair accessible. Grizzly Giant Loop Trail Distance: 2 miles (3.2 km) loop Elevation gain: 300 ft (90 m) Time estimate: 1.5 to 2 hours Start along the Mariposa Grove Trail at the Big Trees Loop and hike past notable trees such as the Bachelor and Three Graces, the Grizzly Giant, and California Tunnel Tree. Vehicles with a disability placard can drive as far as the Grizzly Giant accessible parking and enjoy this area of the grove via a section of trail that is wheelchair accessible. Guardians Loop Trail Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5 km) round-trip Elevation gain: 1,200 feet (366 m) Time estimate: 4-6 hours This trail follows a route that people have used to access the grove for generations. See famous sequoias such as the Bachelor and Three Graces, the Faithful Couple, and the Clothespin Tree along this hilly route to the upper reaches of the grove. After hiking to the tranquil upper portion of the grove, the return hike takes hikers past many famous features including the fallen Wawona Tunnel Tree, the Telescope Tree, and the Mariposa Grove Cabin. Mariposa Grove Trail to Wawona Point Distance: 7.75 miles (12.4 km) round-trip Elevation gain: 1,200 feet (360 m) elevation gain Time estimate: 4-6 hours This trail follows a route that people have used to access the grove for generations. See famous sequoias such as the Bachelor and Three Graces, the Faithful Couple, and the Clothespin Tree along this somewhat strenuous route to the upper reaches of the grove. Continue to historic Wawona Point, an overlook with panoramic views. A number of alternative trails are used to access the upper portion of the grove. These trails are generally steeper and more rugged than the Mariposa Grove Trail. Tips & Seasonal Information Restrooms are available at: Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza and Parking Mariposa Grove picnic area (off the Washburn Trail about one mile from the parking area) (vault toilet) Mariposa Grove Trailhead and Arrival Area (flush toilets in summer/vault toilets in winter) Near the Grizzly Giant (vault toilet) Mariposa Grove cabin (flush toilet in summer/vault toilet in winter) Drinking water is available at the arrival area in summer only. There is no drinking water in the grove. Seasonal shuttle service from the parking area to the grove begins no earlier than April 15 (service may