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California
8.0 mi
Distance
2,863 ft
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Why you'll love it
Four Lakes
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Four Lakes is a moderate alpine lake circuit offering stunning Sierra Nevada scenery with multiple pristine alpine lakes as focal points. The trail gains nearly 3,000 feet through mixed forest and meadow terrain, rewarding hikers with panoramic views and excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife observation. This classic backcountry route is ideal for experienced day hikers or those seeking a scenic overnight backpacking adventure.
Blacks Basin
~1 min drive
Moderately steep 4.4-mile basin hike with 1,764 ft elevation gain.
Seven Up Peak
~1 min drive
Steep 2.4-mile peak climb with 758 ft elevation gain.
Willow Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with 2,412 ft gain near Willow Creek, CA.
Ward Lake
~5 min drive
Extreme alpine climb with 8,000 ft gain in 3 miles near Ward Lake.
Deer Creek
~5 min drive
Challenging 13.8-mile creek-side hike with 3,784 ft elevation gain.
Bowerman Meadows
~6 min drive
Moderate 4.4-mile alpine meadow hike with 2,077 ft elevation gain.
Alpine Lake
~6 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic high-elevation views.
Landers Lake
~7 min drive
Moderate 8.39-mile alpine lake hike with 1,563 ft elevation gain.
Alpine Scramble
~7 min drive
Steep alpine scramble with 2,367 ft gain over 4.35 miles.
Stoney Ridge
~7 min drive
Challenging 13.4-mile ridge hike with 3,325 ft elevation gain.
