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California
1.3 mi
Distance
587 ft
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Why you'll love it
John Muir
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The John Muir Trail segment near its namesake location offers a scenic alpine experience with steady elevation gain through diverse terrain. This short but steep trail rewards hikers with impressive vertical relief and access to the high country that John Muir himself explored and celebrated.
Laura Lake
~1 min drive
Easy 1.31-mile alpine lake hike with 266 ft elevation gain.
Shadow Creek
~1 min drive
Accessible creek-side hike with gentle elevation gain and shaded forest sections.
Nydiver Lakes
~2 min drive
Steep alpine trail to scenic mountain lakes with big views in a short distance.
River North
~2 min drive
Moderate 2.45-mile river trail with 1,120 ft elevation gain.
Cabin Lake
~2 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Altha Lake
~3 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain and scenic water views.
Garnet Lake to Emerald Lake
~3 min drive
Alpine lake connector hike with scenic views and moderate elevation gain.
Garnet Lake Camps
~3 min drive
Easy forest walk to historic lakeside camps with minimal elevation gain.
Cecile Lake
~4 min drive
Steep 1.1-mile alpine lake hike with 643 ft elevation gain.
River South
~4 min drive
Easy riverside walk with gentle terrain and scenic water views.
