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California
8.6 mi
Distance
632 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Tahoe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Glacier Lakes Basin
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Glacier Lakes Basin offers a scenic alpine adventure through pristine high-country terrain in the Sierra Nevada. This 8.6-mile round trip climbs steadily through forested slopes before opening into a stunning basin dotted with glacial lakes and surrounded by granite peaks. The moderate hike rewards visitors with excellent views of alpine meadows, crystal-clear waters, and the dramatic cirque formations that define this glacially-carved landscape.
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