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California
9.5 mi
Distance
1,820 ft
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Why you'll love it
Thunder Mountain Loop
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Thunder Mountain Loop is a moderate 9.5-mile circuit offering substantial elevation gain through California's diverse terrain. This loop-style trail provides excellent views and a rewarding full-day hiking experience, combining steady climbing with scenic vistas typical of the region's mountain landscapes.
Sentinels
~2 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile walk with minimal elevation gain, perfect for casual hikers.
Kirkwood Lake Loop
~3 min drive
Easy 3-mile alpine lake loop with gentle elevation gain.
Emigrant Lake
~4 min drive
Moderate 8.83-mile hike to scenic alpine lake with 1,713 ft elevation gain.
Thunder Mountain
~4 min drive
Quick 1.2-mile climb to Thunder Mountain with 181 ft elevation gain.
Lake Margaret
~3 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with moderate elevation gain and mountain views.
Caples Creek
~9 min drive
Moderate Sierra creek trail with steady climbing through forest and alpine meadows.
Government Meadow
~5 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile meadow walk with minimal elevation gain.
Strawberry Creek
~3 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through woodland with minimal elevation gain.
Cody Meadows
~9 min drive
Moderate 6.27-mile alpine meadow hike with 1,654 ft elevation gain.
East Silver Lake
~5 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile alpine lake hike with 262 ft elevation gain.
