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California
14.0 mi
Distance
1,347 ft
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Mcconnell Lake Loop
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McConnell Lake Loop is a scenic 14-mile circuit offering a moderate alpine experience with nearly 1,350 feet of elevation gain. This loop-style trail provides excellent views of the surrounding peaks and lake basin while maintaining a relatively consistent grade. The route combines meadow walking with forest sections, making it an ideal choice for hikers seeking a full day's adventure without extreme technical difficulty.
Schmidell
~1 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Schmidell.
Velma
~3 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile alpine hike with 1,055 ft elevation gain near Velma.
Blakely
~3 min drive
Moderate 8.38-mile trail with 383 ft elevation gain near Blakely.
Lake No. 3
~2 min drive
Easy 1-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
Tahoe Yosemite
~5 min drive
Moderate Sierra Nevada connector with steady elevation gain and alpine views.
Rubicon
~3 min drive
Challenging 16.4-mile backcountry trek with 2,060 ft elevation gain.
Lawrence Lake
~3 min drive
Easy quarter-mile walk to a scenic alpine lake.
Tyler Trail
~7 min drive
Steady 3.74-mile climb with 995 ft gain—ideal moderate half-day hike.
Red Peak Stock Trail
~5 min drive
Moderate 7.7-mile stock trail with 1,595 ft elevation gain.
Clyde Lake
~7 min drive
Easy 1-mile walk to Clyde Lake with minimal elevation gain.
