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California
12.6 mi
Distance
1,526 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Sierra National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Spanish Lake Loop
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Spanish Lake Loop is a moderate 12.6-mile circuit offering a full day of hiking through California's scenic backcountry. This loop-style trail provides excellent views and varied terrain, making it ideal for hikers seeking a substantial but manageable day hike with rewarding alpine or foothill scenery.
Cherry Gap
~20 min drive
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Spanish Lake
~1 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Twin Lakes
~2 min drive
Short, steep alpine lake hike with mountain views and swimming.
Chain Lakes
~5 min drive
Alpine lake loop with scenic basin views and subalpine meadows.
Statham
~4 min drive
Easy 2.4-mile foothill hike with 662 ft elevation gain near Statham.
Rogers Creek
~4 min drive
Easy creek-side walk with gentle elevation gain and riparian scenery.
Three Springs
~5 min drive
Moderate 5-mile hike with 1,588 ft gain to scenic springs.
Duck Lake
~5 min drive
Easy 1.36-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with modest elevation gain.
Obelisk
~5 min drive
Steep 1.14-mile climb with 697 ft elevation gain near Obelisk, CA.
Tehipite
~6 min drive
Moderate Sierra backcountry hike to remote Tehipite Valley.
