From Giant Forest the Kern is best reached by way of the High Sierra
Trail to Hamilton Lake or Big Arroyo, first day; Moraine Lake or Funston
Meadow in Kern Canyon, second day.
From Mineral King to the Kern there are several alternative routes, and
the trip may be made by way of Franklin Pass and Rattlesnake Creek in 1
long day; or Franklin Pass and Soda Creek; or by Farewell Gap, Rifle
Creek, and Coyote Pass. It is 1 long day or 2 easy days from Mineral
King to the Kern by either Franklin or Coyote Passes.