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California
13.0 mi
Distance
3,524 ft
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Why you'll love it
Cirque Lake
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Cirque Lake is a challenging alpine destination featuring nearly 13 miles of sustained hiking with over 3,500 feet of elevation gain. This hard-difficulty trail rewards hikers with access to a pristine cirque basin, showcasing the dramatic glacial geology characteristic of California's high country. The route combines steep ascents through varied terrain to reach an alpine lake nestled beneath towering peaks.
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