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California
2.6 mi
Distance
1,338 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Tamarack Lake
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Tamarack Lake is a scenic alpine destination offering rewarding views for a relatively short hike. The trail climbs steadily through mixed forest terrain, gaining over 1,300 feet to reach the pristine lake nestled in the high country. This is an excellent choice for hikers seeking alpine scenery without committing to a full day expedition.
Four Mile Canyon
~2 min drive
Moderate 6.76-mile canyon climb with 2,000 ft elevation gain.
Driveway
~6 min drive
Easy 4.3-mile walk with minimal elevation gain.
Clark Fork Campground
~18 min drive
Easy campground walk with gentle forest scenery and minimal elevation gain.
Whitecliff Lake
~2 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile climb to a scenic alpine lake with 1,874 ft elevation gain.
Poison Flat
~7 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile foothill hike with 1,385 ft elevation gain.
6N75y Snow Trail
~22 min drive
Easy 3-mile winter trail with gentle elevation gain and snow-covered scenery.
Poison Lake
~4 min drive
Moderate 7-mile alpine lake hike with 1,910 ft elevation gain.
Snodgrass
~8 min drive
Easy 5.6-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Snodgrass.
White Canyon Route
~6 min drive
Moderate 9.8-mile canyon hike with 1,448 ft elevation gain.
Murray Canyon
~8 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile canyon climb with 2,336 ft elevation gain.