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California
6.0 mi
Distance
3,330 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Inyo National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Morgan Mine Road
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Morgan Mine Road is a moderately challenging out-and-back trail that climbs steadily through California's foothills, gaining over 3,300 feet of elevation across 6 miles. The route follows an old mining road through chaparral and mixed woodland, offering expansive views of the surrounding ridges and valleys. This trail rewards hikers with a genuine sense of accomplishment and access to historic mining country.
Gable Lakes
~0 min drive
Steep alpine hike to scenic mountain lakes with 1,300 ft elevation gain.
Morgan Pass
~4 min drive
Accessible alpine pass hike with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Horton Lakes
~8 min drive
Moderate 7.5-mile alpine lake hike with 2,515 ft elevation gain.
Pine Creek Pass
~1 min drive
Brief alpine pass walk with panoramic Sierra views.
L Lake
~8 min drive
Steady alpine lake hike with 607 ft elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Little Lakes Valley
~10 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic valley views.
Italy Pass
~5 min drive
Steep 1.71-mile alpine pass with 551 ft elevation gain.
Merrian Lake
~11 min drive
Steady 3-mile climb to an alpine lake with 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Desolation Lake
~14 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady climbing and scenic Sierra views.
Gem Lakes
~7 min drive
Easy alpine lake walk with minimal elevation gain.
