Near Vikingsholm Trail
Emerald Bay in the morning light.
Near Vikingsholm Trail
Lower Eagle Falls
Near Vikingsholm Trail
Picnic table at the edge of Emerald Bay
Near Vikingsholm Trail
A thin layer of ice on the water in Emerald Bay with Fannette Island in the background
Near Vikingsholm Trail
Heading to Lower Eagle Falls.

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Vikingsholm Trail

3.6 (7 Ratings)
This trail provides access to the extremely popular beach at Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm.
1.6
mi
Distance
375
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyLakeLess CrowdedSwimmingViews

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.64mi
Distance
375ft
Elevation Gain
375ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
6,627ft
High Point
6,240ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
This exceedingly popular trail connects the exceedingly crowded parking area to the exceedingly popular beach at the head of Emerald Bay.

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Contributors
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