Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park, CaliforniaUnited States

The Sierra High Route Ski Tour

Backcountry Touring / Splitboard TripSki
Operated byInternational Alpine GuidesGuide Service

Checked by Powderscape · 2026-09-24

DestinationSequoia/Kings Canyon National Park, California, United StatesUS West Coast
DatesApr 25 – May 1, 20272026/27
Duration7 days
Trip typeBackcountry Touring / Splitboard TripSki

The Sierra High Route Ski Tour is the most classic of all the Sierra ski tours. Ski trans Sierra from the Eastern Sierra to Sequoia National Park

One of North America’s most classic ski tours across the Sierra Nevada through the heart of Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park. In this grand trans Sierra ski adventure explore on skis the largest roadless area in the lower 48 states. A worthy goal of many ski mountaineers the Sierra High Route.

From the trip description by International Alpine Guides

On-snow support

  1. Independent

    Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.

  2. Hosted

    Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.

  3. Guided

    Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.

  4. Coached

    Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.

  • Backcountry guidingProfessional AMGA-trained or certified backcountry ski mountaineering guides.

Terrain, ability and who it is for

BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
Suits Advanced to Expert riders
Terrain
Backcountry touring
Skill & Experience Level
  • Previous multi day overnight winter camping backcountry skiing experience required using skins on steep terrain.
  • Must be comfortable skiing black diamond runs up to 40 degrees at a resort in any conditions and double black diamonds in good conditions with a pack.
  • Must be in excellent physical condition with the ability to go for 6-7 hours each day…day after day, after day.
Who you ride with
Sport
Ski

From the trip description by International Alpine Guides

What the price includes

Included

  • Meals · partly
  • Transfers · partly
  • Avalanche safety equipment
  • Group camping equipment; sleeping bag, pad and backpack if necessary$25 cleaning fee for using the operator's sleeping bags.
  • All group camping equipment and avalanche safety equipment.
  • Private shuttle from Wolverton to the start the tour near Independence
  • Breakfast & dinner while in the backcountry.
  • Sleeping bag, pad and backpack if necessary. ($25 cleaning fee for using our sleeping bags)
  • Professional AMGA-trained or certified backcountry ski mountaineering guides.

Not confirmed by the operator: Lodging, Lift pass, Lesson.

Location

United States · Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park

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Dates and prices

  • Apr 25 – May 1, 20272026/27 · 7 days
    2,675 USDCOST: $2675 — the page shows "$" without naming a currency; USD read from the US-based operator
    Available
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    Published as "April 25 - May 1" under "2027 DATES".

Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.

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