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California
9.0 mi
Distance
1,220 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Inyo National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Bear Meadow
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Bear Meadow is a moderate 9-mile round trip through the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering a rewarding journey through mixed conifer forest and open meadow terrain. The trail gains 1,220 feet of elevation while traversing typical California mountain landscape, providing hikers with scenic views and a peaceful natural setting. This hike is ideal for those seeking a half-day adventure with manageable elevation gain and good trail conditions.
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Gentle alpine meadow trail connecting two scenic high-country meadows.
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~9 min drive
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