Near North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail
Norman Clyde Peak over autumn woods
Near North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail
Temple Crag.
Near North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail
Kid Mountain (~11,860 ft) stands across the valley as the trail ascends to the Baker Creek Trail junction.
Near North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail
Looking toward Second and Third Lakes
Near North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail
Temple Crag sunrise.

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Hike Trail

North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail

4.8 (19 Ratings)
Follows the North Fork of Big Pine Creek by lakes 1 through 3
7.4
mi
Distance
3,583
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedLakeRiver/CreekSpringSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
7.42mi
Distance
3,583ft
Elevation Gain
182ft
Elevation Loss
70%
Max Grade
11,245ft
High Point
7,740ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail from the Glacier Lodge slowly climbs into the alpine. You start higher up on the hillside, and then after several miles the trail converges with the creek at a waterfall. Here, the trail takes you through a birch forest and past an old stone cabin. You'll eventually come out of the forested area into an area several hundred feet above the lakes to the east. You'll also see the impressive Temple Crag on the other side of the lakes. Pass lakes 1, 2, and 3 and enjoy the views as each lake has something new to offer.

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Contributors
Daniel Birdwell