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California
1.0 mi
Distance
101 ft
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Lake No. 3
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Lake No. 3 is a short and accessible alpine lake hike perfect for families and casual hikers seeking a quick mountain escape. With minimal elevation gain over just one mile, this trail offers a gentle approach to a scenic alpine lake nestled in California's high country. The straightforward route and modest distance make it an ideal choice for those looking to experience alpine scenery without committing to a full day of hiking.
Lawrence Lake
~2 min drive
Easy quarter-mile walk to a scenic alpine lake.
Mcconnell Lake Loop
~2 min drive
Scenic 14-mile alpine lake loop with steady elevation gain and forest-meadow terrain.
Velma
~5 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile alpine hike with 1,055 ft elevation gain near Velma.
Schmidell
~4 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Schmidell.
Red Peak Stock Trail
~3 min drive
Moderate 7.7-mile stock trail with 1,595 ft elevation gain.
Shadow Lake
~6 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Twin Lakes Tie
~8 min drive
Easy 1.6-mile connector trail with minimal elevation gain in the Twin Lakes area.
Blakely
~4 min drive
Moderate 8.38-mile trail with 383 ft elevation gain near Blakely.
Tyler Trail
~6 min drive
Steady 3.74-mile climb with 995 ft gain—ideal moderate half-day hike.
Red Peak
~8 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile peak hike with 167 ft gain and scenic views.
