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California
6.4 mi
Distance
690 ft
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Inside Inyo National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Alger Lakes
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Alger Lakes is a scenic alpine lake trail offering moderate hiking through subalpine meadows and forest terrain in the California high country. The route gains nearly 700 feet of elevation while covering just over 6 miles, making it an accessible option for hikers seeking mountain lake views and potential wildlife viewing. This trail showcases the natural beauty of the region's alpine environment with opportunities to explore multiple lake basins.
Mono Pass Trailhead
~11 min drive
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Gem Pass Snow Bypass
~6 min drive
Steep alpine bypass to Gem Pass with significant elevation gain.
Bloody Canyon
~7 min drive
Steep alpine climb with 2,080 ft gain offering dramatic Sierra views.
Marie Lakes
~9 min drive
Steep alpine lake hike with dramatic elevation gain in under 2 miles.
Gaylor Lakes Trailhead
~13 min drive
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Rush Creek
~7 min drive
Short Sierra Nevada hike with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Reversed Peak Loop
~10 min drive
Moderate 4.24-mile loop with 712 ft elevation gain and scenic peak views.
Garnet Lake to Emerald Lake
~12 min drive
Alpine lake connector hike with scenic views and moderate elevation gain.
Elizabeth Lake Trailhead
~17 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…
Weber Lake
~8 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and forest views.
