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California
1.1 mi
Distance
324 ft
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Matlock Lake
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Matlock Lake offers a short and accessible alpine lake experience with modest elevation gain, making it an ideal choice for families and casual hikers. The trail climbs through mixed forest terrain to reach a scenic mountain lake nestled in the Sierra Nevada region. This compact hike delivers mountain scenery without requiring extensive time or fitness commitment.

Mist Falls
~19 min drive
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Kearsarge Pass
~1 min drive
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~2 min drive
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~2 min drive
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~22 min drive
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~6 min drive
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Taboose Pass
~27 min drive
Steep Eastern Sierra climb to a remote alpine pass with dramatic mountain views.
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~9 min drive
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~23 min drive
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~7 min drive
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