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Lower Gaylor Lake Trail

2.3 mi

Distance

1,034 ft

Gain

1h 14m

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Elevation & route

Distance
2.3 mi
Elevation gain
1,034 ft
Elevation loss
1,034 ft
Highest point
10,068 ft
Lowest point
9,253 ft
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National Park Service

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Lower Gaylor Lake Trail is a 4.68-mile out-and-back hike in California with 1,034 feet of elevation gain and loss. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 10,068 feet.

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