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California
28.9 mi
Distance
3,396 ft
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Why you'll love it
West Walker River
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The West Walker River trail is a challenging backcountry route that follows the scenic West Walker River through the Sierra Nevada region. This 28.94-mile journey features significant elevation gain and traverses alpine terrain with river crossings and mountain meadows. The trail offers solitude and pristine wilderness experience for experienced hikers seeking remote high-country adventure.
Secret Lake
~4 min drive
Accessible alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Poore Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate 9.28-mile hike to an alpine lake with 1,001 ft elevation gain.
Fremont Lake
~7 min drive
Accessible alpine lake hike with 575 ft elevation gain near Fremont Lake.
Chain of Lakes
~6 min drive
Scenic alpine lake loop with steady climbing and multiple water features.
Ypparraquire Route
~6 min drive
Steep 3.4-mile climb with 1,679 ft elevation gain.
Cascade Creek
~11 min drive
Steep creek-side hike with 950 ft gain through forested terrain.
Blue Canyon
~11 min drive
Scenic 3.31-mile canyon hike with 1,288 ft elevation gain and rocky switchbacks.
Kirman Lake
~6 min drive
Ultra-short walk to a scenic alpine lake in California.
Snow Lake
~16 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with scenic mountain views and pristine waters.
Cinko Lake
~12 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with modest elevation gain and scenic views.
