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California
5.0 mi
Distance
436 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Letora Lake
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Letora Lake offers a scenic 5-mile round-trip hike through California backcountry, gaining just over 400 feet to reach an alpine lake. This accessible trail is perfect for hikers seeking mountain lake views without extreme elevation demands, with steady climbing through mixed terrain typical of the Sierra Nevada or similar mountain regions.
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