Crystal Lake Day Hike
This 3 mile round trip hike is known for outstanding views of the pristine alpine lakes of the Lakes Basin. The trail to the Crystal Lake is distinguished mostly by granite rock, with fir trees, pines, hemlocks, and manzanita providing shade on the rest of your trip. When you reach the lake, you’ll be struck by the dominant rock feature known as Crystal Crag, a hard granite protrusion that, unlike the surrounding rock, wasn’t eroded by glaciers and rivers. The 13 acres of beautiful Crystal Lake will keep you enchanted for hours, whether you’re walking the lakeshore or just relaxing in the sun!
Total Distance: 3 miles
Elevation gain/loss: +/- 800ft
This trail climbs almost 800 feet in 1.5 miles and is mostly shaded, making this a beautiful day hike at a moderte incline. We take many breaks to enjoys the views that continue to get better the higher you hike!
- Wilderness First Responder Certified Guide
- Emergency kit including extensive first aid kit, trowel and emergency communication device
- Water filtration during our lunch break at Crystal Lake
- A special gift from our TrekSierra Team!
- Lunch at an additional cost (sandwich, fruit and chips)