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California
0.8 mi
Distance
543 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Inyo National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Nydiver Lakes
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Nydiver Lakes is a short, steep alpine trail offering quick access to pristine mountain lakes in the California high country. Despite its modest distance, the significant elevation gain delivers hikers to a scenic lake basin with stunning views and excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife observation. This is an ideal trail for those seeking alpine scenery without committing to a full day's hike.
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Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Altha Lake
~3 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain and scenic water views.
Minaret Mine
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Historic alpine mine hike with steady elevation gain and Sierra views.
Shadow Creek
~1 min drive
Accessible creek-side hike with gentle elevation gain and shaded forest sections.
Minaret Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile creek-side climb with 1,371 ft elevation gain.
Emily Lake
~6 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Laura Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 1.31-mile alpine lake hike with 266 ft elevation gain.
Iron Creek
~9 min drive
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Stevenson
~8 min drive
A 4-mile trail with 984 ft gain near Stevenson, California.
John Muir
~2 min drive
Steep alpine trail with significant elevation gain in a short distance.
