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California
3.8 mi
Distance
1,709 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Laurel Lake
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Laurel Lake offers a scenic alpine lake experience with nearly 1,700 feet of elevation gain compressed into less than 4 miles, making for a rewarding but moderately strenuous day hike. The trail climbs through mixed forest and meadow terrain to reach the pristine lake basin, providing excellent views of surrounding peaks and opportunities for wildlife viewing. This is an ideal choice for hikers seeking a shorter route with substantial elevation gain and alpine scenery.
Second Recess
~1 min drive
Alpine lake trail with steady elevation gain and Sierra Nevada views.
Mono Creek
~1 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile creek-side walk with 330 ft gain in the Eastern Sierra.
Hopkins
~4 min drive
Moderate 7.2-mile hike with 2,192 ft gain in Hopkins, California.
Third Recess Lake
~5 min drive
Alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain in the Eastern Sierra.
Mott Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with 1,405 ft elevation gain near Mott Lake.
Hopkins Pass
~6 min drive
Ultra-short pass access trail in California's high country.
Volcanic Knob
~6 min drive
Short volcanic peak hike with steady climbing and geological interest.
Pioneer Basin
~6 min drive
Scenic alpine basin hike with modest elevation gain and mountain views.
Forth Recess Lake
~6 min drive
Easy 1.12-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
Golden Lake
~7 min drive
Short, scenic alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain.
