Near Hunter Lake Trail
Hunter Lake is a shallow pond nestled within a willow-fringed meadow.

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Hunter Lake Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A very challenging hike up rocky terrain with 3000+ feet of elevation gain.
13.8
mi
Distance
2,936
ft
Gain
extreme
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
13.8mi
Distance
2,936ft
Elevation Gain
2,936ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
8,252ft
High Point
5,439ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
This is a very challenging and long hike, with approximately 3000 feet of elevation gain over rocky terrain with not much shade. However, it's a great workout that offers some beautiful views of Reno as it traverses through the eastern hills of the Carson Range. Hunter Lake itself is more of a shallow pond that is nestled in a scenic willow-fringed meadow, but still makes for a scenic destination.

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