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California
2.9 mi
Distance
1,058 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Horseshoe
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Horseshoe Trail is a scenic 2.92-mile loop offering accessible hiking with moderate elevation gain through diverse terrain. This trail features the distinctive horseshoe-shaped geography that gives it its name, providing hikers with varied vistas and a rewarding climb. Perfect for hikers seeking a quick but satisfying workout with notable elevation change.
Eaton Lake
~0 min drive
Steep alpine lake hike with 1,196 ft gain in just 2.37 miles.
Little Duck Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 1.51-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 392 ft elevation gain.
Lipstick Lake
~2 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Duck Lake
~2 min drive
Moderate Sierra alpine lake hike with 2,537 ft gain and stunning subalpine scenery.
Paynes Lake
~3 min drive
Steep alpine hike to scenic Paynes Lake with significant elevation gain.
Sugar Lake
~3 min drive
Easy 0.6-mile lake walk with minimal elevation gain.
Blakes Fork
~6 min drive
Short, steep foothills trail with 590 ft gain near Blakes Fork.
Hogan Lake
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.72-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with steady elevation gain.
South Russian Creek
~6 min drive
Steep 12-mile alpine trek with 7,353 ft gain in the Sierra Nevada.
Taylor Lake
~6 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
