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California
7.0 mi
Distance
1,323 ft
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Tamarack Connection
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Tamarack Connection is a moderate 7-mile trail offering steady elevation gain through mixed terrain typical of California's mid-elevation regions. This connector trail provides access to scenic areas while maintaining a manageable pace for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with meaningful vertical challenge.
Packer Lake Picnic
~1 min drive
Easy 0.64-mile stroll to a scenic picnic area at Packer Lake.
Gold Vly Marked Snomobile Tr
~1 min drive
Marked snowmobile trail with steady climbing through Sierra Nevada forest.
Fifty-Four Road
~6 min drive
Remote 25-mile backcountry route with 3,000+ ft gain for experienced hikers.
Sardine Lake Overlook
~2 min drive
Quick alpine lake overlook with rewarding views and minimal distance.
Upper Salmon Lake
~6 min drive
Steady alpine lake hike with 968 ft gain to pristine mountain lake.
Gold Lake Highway
~7 min drive
16-mile Sierra foothills route to Gold Lake with moderate elevation and alpine scenery.
Church Meadow Loop
~7 min drive
Easy 2-mile meadow loop with minimal elevation gain.
Mills Peak
~9 min drive
Accessible 4-mile peak hike with 717 ft gain and rewarding summit views.
Howard
~8 min drive
Moderate 11-mile trail with 865 ft gain through California backcountry.
Spencer Lakes
~13 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain near Spencer Lakes.
