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California
6.2 mi
Distance
1,371 ft
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Why you'll love it
Minaret Creek
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Minaret Creek Trail is a moderate alpine hike featuring a steady climb through mixed conifer forest with cascading creek views. This 6.17-mile route gains over 1,300 feet while following the scenic creek drainage, offering hikers access to pristine high-country water features and subalpine meadows. The trail provides excellent opportunities for wildflower viewing and wildlife observation in a relatively less-crowded Sierra Nevada setting.
Minaret Mine
~1 min drive
Historic alpine mine hike with steady elevation gain and Sierra views.
Emily Lake
~3 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Superior Lake
~3 min drive
Ultra-short lakeside stroll to Superior Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Cecile Lake
~3 min drive
Steep 1.1-mile alpine lake hike with 643 ft elevation gain.
Ashley Lake
~4 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady forest climb and rewarding views.
River South
~4 min drive
Easy riverside walk with gentle terrain and scenic water views.
Devil's Postpile Boundary Trai
~5 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile walk exploring volcanic terrain near Devil's Postpile.
Summit Meadow
~5 min drive
Moderate 8-mile alpine meadow hike with 1,758 ft elevation gain.
Anona Lake
~5 min drive
Easy half-mile walk to a scenic alpine lake.
Shadow Creek
~5 min drive
Accessible creek-side hike with gentle elevation gain and shaded forest sections.
