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California
2.0 mi
Distance
32 ft
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What we do know
Inside Tahoe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Five Lakes Basin
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Five Lakes Basin is a scenic short hike perfect for families and casual hikers seeking alpine lake views with minimal elevation gain. This gentle 2-mile trail winds through subalpine terrain to reach a cluster of pristine mountain lakes nestled in a glacially-carved basin. The route offers excellent photography opportunities and peaceful solitude without requiring significant climbing.
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~3 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Downey Lake
~4 min drive
Easy lakeside walk with scenic alpine views near Downey Lake.
Grouse Ridge Trail
~5 min drive
Challenging 20-mile alpine ridge hike with 2,400 ft gain and panoramic Sierra views.
Round Lake
~4 min drive
Scenic 5.2-mile loop to alpine lake with 500 ft elevation gain.
Sanford Lake
~5 min drive
Easy, scenic 1-mile lake loop with minimal elevation gain.
Lindsey Lake
~6 min drive
Moderate 7-mile alpine lake hike with 1,062 ft elevation gain.
Bullpen
~7 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile foothill walk with minimal elevation gain.
Mossy Pond West Trail
~8 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile woodland loop with minimal elevation gain.
Crooked Lakes Trail
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.6-mile alpine trail to scenic mountain lakes with 628 ft elevation gain.
Loney Meadows
~10 min drive
Easy meadow walk through California grasslands with minimal elevation gain.
