Near Little Lakes Valley #2912
Submerged logs dam the outlet of Long Lake on the Gem Lake/Little Lakes Valley Trail.
Near Little Lakes Valley #2912
Heart Lake and Mt. Abbot pose for a photo from the Gem Lake/Little Lakes Valley Trail.
Near Little Lakes Valley #2912
Spectacular views await you when approaching Box Lake along the Gem Lake/Little Lakes Valley Trail.
Near Little Lakes Valley #2912
One of several creek crossings.
Near Little Lakes Valley #2912
Long Lake with Mt Dade and the Hourglass coulior in the background

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Hike Trail

Little Lakes Valley #2912

4.9 (10 Ratings)
2.7
mi
Distance
561
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekSwimmingWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Winter time expect deep snow

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.72mi
Distance
561ft
Elevation Gain
128ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
10,869ft
High Point
10,379ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point

Route Conditions

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