Redwood Mountain
Peak · 7,017 ft · Kings Canyon & Sequoia corridor
Redwood Mountain rises to 7017 feet in the Kings Canyon and Sequoia corridor, a high-Sierra peak with stable lower-elevation access and avalanche terrain on its upper slopes. Typically calmer than exposed ridges to the east.
Wind averages 7 mph but gusts to 19 mph by afternoon, especially when storms drain through the drainage systems feeding the Kaweah watershed. Morning hours hold the lightest air. Snowpack persists into late spring; assess stability before ascending steep terrain.
The past 30 days averaged 35 on the NoGo Score with temperatures around 38 degrees Fahrenheit and average wind of 7 mph, typical for this elevation during shoulder season. The week ahead will track the same band; watch the trend grid below for dips in wind and crowding that signal optimal exit days.
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About Redwood Mountain
Redwood Mountain sits at 7017 feet in the Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks corridor, roughly 45 minutes from the town of Three Rivers via Highway 198 east and Forest Road access through the Grant Grove area. The peak is less well-tracked than its neighbours (Moro Rock, Big Trees Trail) and draws a base popularity of 0.2, meaning the summit and approach routes stay quiet compared to marquee destinations. Access depends on seasonal snow closure status and parking availability at the nearest trailhead lot. Early-season trips require checking CalTrans Highway 198 conditions and Park service announcements for avalanche control activity on the approach slopes.
Redwood Mountain experiences broad seasonal swings. Winter and early spring bring deep snowpack and avalanche hazard on the steeper flanks; the rolling 365-day data spans a minimum of 27 degrees Fahrenheit to a maximum of 56 degrees, with significant snowfall typical from November through May. The rolling 30-day average temperature of 38 degrees and average wind of 7 mph reflect late-spring conditions when routes may still be snow-locked or deeply rutted. Crowding averages 2 out of 10 year-round; late September and early October see slight upticks as school calendars shift and snow retreats higher. By midsummer, afternoon thermals and afternoon wind gusts up to 19 mph become the dominant planning factor.
Redwood Mountain suits hikers and scramblers comfortable with avalanche-terrain travel who prefer solitude over trail traffic. Experienced peakbaggers often pair it with nearby Giants Forest or moro Rock circuits to maximize alpine time in a single outing. Parties should carry avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel through early June and assess slope angle and recent stability before committing to steep terrain. Summer conditions are gentler; afternoon wind drives many off the peak by 2 p.m., making a dawn start essential for a calm descent. Parking fills sporadically on holiday weekends but remains manageable compared to Moro Rock or Big Trees Trail.
The peak lies within the ESAC avalanche forecast zone; monitor the Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center bulletin before any winter or spring trip. Nearby alternatives include the Sugarbowl-Dobbie Trail loop and Redwood Canyon Trail in Grant Grove, which offer lower-elevation options when snow blocks higher access. Three Rivers offers limited lodging and supplies; larger services (fuel, groceries, outfitter rental) require driving back to Visalia or beyond. Highway 198 is the only year-round approach from the west; avoid travel during active closures for snow removal or avalanche control.