Valley of the 5 Lakes trails

The Lake Chabot Loop via West Shore Trail, Chabot Dam, Bass Cove Trail, Columbine Trail, Honker Bay Trail and East Shore Trail offers a scenic and varied hiking experience, weaving through shaded forests, sunny open trails, and peaceful lakeside paths. Hikers can enjoy sweeping views of Lake Chabot from…

Distance: 8.8 mi • Elevation gain: 464 m • Maximum elevation: 178 m

The Granite Mountain Trail, located near Snoqualmie Pass in Washington’s Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, offers an exhilarating hiking experience with remarkable views. As you ascend, you’ll pass through a lush forest before reaching exposed rocky meadows and the fire lookout that provide stunning…

Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,146 m • Maximum elevation: 1,695 m

The Clouds Rest Trail in Yosemite offers hikers a rewarding, strenuous challenge with breathtaking views throughout. As you ascend, the landscape transforms from lush forest to open granite ridgelines, with expansive vistas of Tenaya Lake and the iconic Half Dome in the distance. The final approach to the…

Distance: 12.6 mi • Elevation gain: 873 m • Maximum elevation: 2,991 m

The hike to Tolmie Peak from Mowich Lake offers a rich blend of serene forest trails, vibrant alpine lakes, and sweeping panoramic views of Mount Rainier. The route begins near Mowich Lake, following the Wonderland Trail through dense, shaded woods before revealing Eunice Lake, a strikingly clear body of water…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 512 m • Maximum elevation: 1,782 m

The Maple Pass Loop Trail offers an unforgettable hiking experience in the North Cascades, showcasing a blend of lush forests, serene alpine lakes, deep valleys, and expansive mountain vistas, making it a must-see for outdoor enthusiasts. Hikers often marvel at the views of Lake Ann from above, framed by…

Distance: 6.5 mi • Elevation gain: 708 m • Maximum elevation: 2,113 m

This hike to Lake Catherine offers an immersive experience in the alpine beauty of the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. The route leads you past three picturesque lakes—Lake Mary, Lake Martha, and Lake Catherine—while providing panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, like Mt. Wolverine, and lush…

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 373 m • Maximum elevation: 3,048 m

The hike to Morgan Lakes via the Little Lakes Valley Trail offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Eastern Sierra. Starting at Mosquito Flat, the trail weaves through a stunning landscape filled with serene alpine lakes like Mack Lake, Marsh Lake, Heart Lake and Box Lake, all framed by towering…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 323 m • Maximum elevation: 3,382 m

The Chicago Lakes Lookout via Chicago Lakes Trail offers a remarkable hiking experience through the Mount Evans Wilderness, showcasing stunning alpine scenery. As hikers ascend, they are treated to sweeping views of a glacially-carved valley, with notable peaks such as Mount Evans and Rogers Peak looming in…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 844 m • Maximum elevation: 3,927 m

The Mount Defiance Trail is a challenging yet rewarding hike within Washington’s Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Starting with steep switchbacks, the trail weaves through lush forests before offering a break at the serene Mason Lake, surrounded by evergreen peaks and often reflecting the sky. The final ascent to…

Distance: 10.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,175 m • Maximum elevation: 1,652 m

The Timpooneke Trail to the summit of Mount Timpanogos offers an awe-inspiring hike through diverse landscapes, starting in lush forests and gradually transitioning into alpine meadows and rocky terrain. Along the route, hikers can enjoy expansive views of the Wasatch Mountains, the distant valley below, and…

Distance: 7.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,470 m • Maximum elevation: 3,559 m

The hike to Gilbert Lake and Flower Lake offers a stunning array of alpine landscapes through the John Muir Wilderness, from serene lakes to towering peaks. As you ascend from Onion Valley, the route passes through lush meadows, pine forests, and rocky terrain, providing panoramic views of the Kearsarge…

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 437 m • Maximum elevation: 3,216 m

The Bear Mountain Loop offers an invigorating hike through diverse landscapes. Starting from the serene Hessian Lake, hikers will enjoy tranquil reflections of the surrounding nature before facing the rugged inclines of the Major Welch Trail, where stunning views of the Hudson River and Bear Mountain Bridge…

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 365 m • Maximum elevation: 392 m

The Cowans Gap Loop Trail offers a dynamic hiking experience that combines serene lakeside views, challenging mountain ascents, and rewarding vistas. Starting at Cowans Gap Lake, the easy Lakeside Trail gives a peaceful introduction with scenic views of the lake and opportunities for wildlife spotting. As you…

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 263 m • Maximum elevation: 586 m

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Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 471 m • Maximum elevation: 1,167 m