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California
16.8 mi
Distance
4,556 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Lake Mountain
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Lake Mountain is a challenging alpine adventure featuring nearly 17 miles of sustained hiking with over 4,500 feet of elevation gain. This expert-level route rewards dedicated hikers with expansive Sierra views and access to high-elevation terrain characteristic of California's mountain ranges. The combination of distance and significant elevation gain makes this a full-day commitment best suited for experienced hikers.
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