Quaking aspens (Populus tremuloides) showing off their fall colors in Mineral King Valley, Sequoia National Park.
Mineral King Valley in summer.
Sawtooth Peak's serrated summit (12,343') stands watch over Mineral King.
At the head of Mineral King Valley lies Farewall Gap (10,585'), the saddle visible along the far ridgeline.
Mineral King Ranger Station.
Mineral King Valley.
The valley is the headwaters for the East Fork of the Kaweah River.
The Sawtooth Trail begins in Mineral King and provides access to Sequoia's backcountry. The trail climbs 3,800 feet in 6 miles.
Resplendent fall colors in Mineral King Valley.
Timber Gap above Mineral King Valley
Looking west down the valley from the Sawtooth Pass Trail.
Cold Springs Campground.
Campsite in Cold Springs Campground.
Campsite in Atwell Mill Campground, located just down the road from Mineral King Valley.
Emily Pennington
Photo Date: 
07/07/2018
Colorful wildflowers dot every trail in July and August!
Emily Pennington
Photo Date: 
07/07/2018
Climbing up out of the valley can be hot and dusty, but the views are worth it!
Emily Pennington
Photo Date: 
07/07/2018
A day trip or overnight to Florence Peak and Franklin Lakes is a must-do!
Emily Pennington
Photo Date: 
07/07/2018
The colors in Mineral King transcend the usual gray granite of much of the Sierra.