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California
2.7 mi
Distance
1,278 ft
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West Lake
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West Lake offers a scenic alpine lake experience with moderate elevation gain packed into a short distance. This 2.74-mile trail features steady climbing through varied terrain, rewarding hikers with lake views and mountain vistas. The concentrated elevation gain makes this an efficient workout for those seeking alpine scenery without committing to a full day hike.
Gaylor Lakes Trailhead
~22 min drive
<p>This short but steep hike offers spectacular high-country views, wildflowers in the summer, and lake views. From the trailhead, located right next to Tioga Pass, climb steadily to a ridge with views of the high Sierra including Mt. Dana and Dana Meadows. At the ridge crest,…
Mono Pass Trailhead
~24 min drive
<p>This historic trans-Sierra trail climbs gradually through lodgepole pines and past wet meadows. In mid-summer, look for red mountain heather blooming trailside. After the Spillway Lake junction, the trail climbs steadily and more steeply to Mono Pass (elevation 10,600 feet)…
Elizabeth Lake Trailhead
~26 min drive
<p>The trail climbs steadily to a glacier-carved lake at the base of Unicorn Peak in the heart of the Cathedral Range. A one-mile trail circles the lake. The trail begins at the back of the B loop in the Tuolumne Meadows Campground.<br /> <br /> <strong>Distance: </strong>4.8…
Cathedral Lakes Trailhead
~26 min drive
<p>Cathedral Lakes are nestled at the foot of Cathedral Peak. In addition to the lakes themselves, hikers will enjoy views of Cathedral Peak and Echo Peak. The trail through this area is part of the John Muir Trail, which sees high traffic all season. The area is also popular…
Summit Lake
~5 min drive
Easy 2-mile alpine lake hike with 314 ft elevation gain.
Green Creek
~5 min drive
Easy 1-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Green Creek.
Cattle Creek Route
~8 min drive
Easy 2-mile creek-side walk with minimal elevation gain.
Tamarack
~10 min drive
Moderate 5.6-mile alpine hike with 2,250 ft gain near Tamarack.
Lake Canyon
~11 min drive
Short desert canyon hike with scenic views and easy access.
Shepherd Crest
~12 min drive
Easy alpine walk with scenic ridge views near Shepherd Crest.
