Near Crystal Lake Trail
Lake Mary and Lake George viewed from the Mammoth Crest Trail.
Near Crystal Lake Trail
Crystal Crag
Near Crystal Lake Trail
Above Lake George.
Near Crystal Lake Trail
Crystal Lake.
Near Crystal Lake Trail
Crystal Lake

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Crystal Lake Trail

4.3 (3 Ratings)
This short trail leads to the edge of Crystal Lake.
0.2
mi
Distance
4
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
LakeRiver/CreekViewsWildflowers

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.25mi
Distance
4ft
Elevation Gain
98ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
9,711ft
High Point
9,603ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short trail leads you down to Crystal Lake, a very calm lake with Crystal Crag towering above. Continue straight coming from Mammoth Crest Trail and slowly descend to the lake. Once you reach the creek, stay to the right until you reach the lake.

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