Near Shirley Lake Trail #4003.1
View from South Cinder Peak.
Near Shirley Lake Trail #4003.1
Shirley Lake.
Near Shirley Lake Trail #4003.1
View east along Shirley Lake trail near PCT junction.

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Shirley Lake Trail #4003.1

3.0 (1 Rating)
Trail provides a connection between Carl Lake and the PCT.
1.5
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.49mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
749ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
6,285ft
High Point
5,535ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A short trail from Carl Lake to the PCT. The lower half of the trail is through thick forest and the upper section through steep brush-covered slopes. From the junction with the PCT, head approximately 1/4 miles south to find a trail which leads to the summit of South Cinder Peak with 360 degree views of the surrounding area.

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