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California
0.7 mi
Distance
623 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
3 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Tower Lake
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Tower Lake is a short but steep alpine hike offering impressive elevation gain in under a mile. This challenging ascent rewards hikers with access to a scenic high-elevation lake nestled in the Sierra Nevada, making it ideal for those seeking a quick but intense mountain experience.
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