Distance: 1 mile round trip on dirt road
Summit Elevation: 6104
Elevation Gain: 180'
Elevation Gain (in Empire State Buildings): 0.1
Round trip time: 20 minutes
Recommended water: 0 oz.
Parking/Fees: Free on Dome Rock Overlook Road
Difficulty: Easy
On our last day in Kernville, we decided to do a bunch of mini-hikes. We started with Dome Rock, a large granite dome with an easy walk up on the north side. We parked just off the road, but could have driven to the base of the dome. There was a benchmark on top and nice views. We looked around for about 15 minutes, then drove south to a turnout for Nobe Young Creek Falls. It was another short hike, less than a mile round trip. The trail descended toward the falls, then splintered into branches that took you to the top, bottom or under the falls. It's usually not so easy to get under waterfalls this large (~100'). Standing under it was an unexpected pleasure. Lastly, we stopped at the Trail of 100 Giants, a paved trail through a giant sequoia grove. It was very popular and we were lucky to find a parking spot. Parking for this trail requires a $12 cash parking fee that you pay with an envelope. The trees were outstanding, some with burn scars. Parts of the trail were closed for maintnenance, but we got to see many trees up close. Expect crowds on a weekend or holiday.
Nobe Young Creek Falls
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