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California
6.5 mi
Distance
2,461 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Inyo National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Tyee Lakes
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Tyee Lakes is a moderate alpine lake hike featuring nearly 2,500 feet of elevation gain over 6.5 miles, rewarding hikers with scenic subalpine lake views and mountain terrain. The trail climbs steadily through forested sections before opening to higher elevation meadows and rocky alpine terrain. This route offers excellent opportunities for photography, wildlife viewing, and experiencing California's high country ecosystem.
Treasure Lakes
~4 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with scenic basin views and multiple mountain lakes.
Mary Louise Lake
~5 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with scenic views and minimal elevation gain.
Baboon Lake
~6 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Bishop Pass
~8 min drive
Alpine day hike with meadows and granite basins in the Eastern Sierra.
Donkey Lakes
~6 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with modest elevation gain and scenic views.
Grass Lake Outlet
~6 min drive
Easy 0.59-mile walk to a scenic lake outlet with minimal elevation gain.
Black Lake Loop
~11 min drive
Scenic 3-mile alpine lake loop with 1,050 ft elevation gain.
Emerald Lake
~6 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Topsy Turvy Lake
~7 min drive
Easy 0.68-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Rawson Creek
~13 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through riparian habitat near Rawson Creek.
