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California
3.0 mi
Distance
840 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Sierra National Forest
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Why you'll love it
East Lake
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East Lake offers a scenic 3-mile round trip with moderate elevation gain, making it an accessible day hike for most fitness levels. The trail climbs through mixed terrain with 840 feet of elevation gain, providing views of the alpine lake and surrounding peaks. This is a rewarding out-and-back hike that showcases the natural beauty of California's lake country.
Nelson Lake
~1 min drive
Moderate 7.3-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 833 ft elevation gain.
Little Lake
~3 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near Little Lake.
Mystery Lake
~4 min drive
Easy 4.66-mile alpine lake hike with 302 ft elevation gain.
Bullfrog Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 3-mile roundtrip to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Island Lake
~4 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with modest elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Frazier
~8 min drive
Easy 4.88-mile trail with 505 ft elevation gain near Frazier, CA.
Dogtooth
~3 min drive
Steep 1.5-mile alpine climb with 418 ft elevation gain.
Dinkey Lakes
~6 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with scenic Sierra Nevada views.
Hobbler Lake
~9 min drive
Easy 3.5-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
Summit Lake
~4 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with 468 ft gain and scenic mountain views.
