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Lyons Lake to Smith Lake Viewpoint

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A steep, unmarked scramble from Lyons Lake to a viewpoint of Smith Lake.
0.5
mi
Distance
862
ft
Gain
extreme
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedLakeViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.52mi
Distance
862ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
9,249ft
High Point
8,387ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
There are many different routes from Lyons to the viewpoint. All of them are steep and rocky, and don't have a trail. The one that is recorded starts from Lyons Lake and follows the left side of the trees. Then, it parallels the valley and scrambles up the last section. This can be used to access Mount Price as well. The view is extremely nice, and a firefall effect can be seen on Smith Lake at sunset.

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