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South Fork Lakes Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
A short but steep day-hike to scenic alpine lakes.
1.7
mi
Distance
1,098
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingLakeSwimmingViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Generally accessible from June to October. Trailhead parking can be crowded.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.68mi
Distance
1,098ft
Elevation Gain
318ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
6,904ft
High Point
5,870ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The South Fork Lakes Trail is a short singletrack dirt and gravel path with a steep section before the lakes, just off the Pacific Crest Trail. The area is popular and easy to access, with camping at the lake and views looking back on Scott Valley.

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Contributors
Dara Zimmerman