Little Lakes Valley to Gem Lakes, Inyo National Forest Backpacking Guide
Backpacking the Little Lakes Valley to Gem Lakes is a spectacular hike in the High Sierra wilderness that leads through a glacier carved valley filled with a beautiful chain of lakes. Backpackers will enjoy more than 8 picturesque alpine lakes, a valley framed by 13,000+ foot peaks towering in the distance and lush green meadows. Hikers will feel revived by the beauty at every turn even where the trail requires climbing. The route is a total of 7.2 miles with 960 feet of elevation gain and is rated as an easy backpacking trip, perfect for beginner backpackers or those looking for a mellow but magnificent hike.
Backpacking the Little Lakes Valley to Gem Lakes is a spectacular hike in the High Sierra wilderness that leads through a glacier carved valley filled with a beautiful chain of lakes. Backpackers will enjoy more than 8 picturesque alpine lakes, a valley framed by 13,000+ foot peaks towering in the distance and lush green meadows. Hikers will feel revived by the beauty at every turn even where the trail requires climbing. The route is a total of 7.2 miles with 960 feet of elevation gain and is rated as an easy backpacking trip, perfect for beginner backpackers or those looking for a mellow but magnificent hike.
Backpacking the Little Lakes Valley to Gem Lakes is a spectacular hike in the High Sierra wilderness that leads through a glacier carved valley filled with a beautiful chain of lakes. Backpackers will enjoy more than 8 picturesque alpine lakes, a valley framed by 13,000+ foot peaks towering in the distance and lush green meadows. Hikers will feel revived by the beauty at every turn even where the trail requires climbing. The route is a total of 7.2 miles with 960 feet of elevation gain and is rated as an easy backpacking trip, perfect for beginner backpackers or those looking for a mellow but magnificent hike.
An easily downloadable, detailed compilation of everything needed to plan an exceptional trip to Gem Lakes, Inyo National Forest.
Guide Includes:
Best Time to Travel
Route Information including Days Needed, Mileage, Elevation, Campsites and More
Trip Report including Directions, Landmarks, Trail Names and More
Custom AllTrails Map for Live GPS Tracking
Permitting Process Instructions
How To Get There and Trailhead Information
Packing List
Gear Recommendations
What to Know Before You Go
Wilderness Information
Trip Checklist
Guide will be sent immediately after purchase via email with a downloadable link in PDF file format. The download link expires 24 hours after first download so be sure to save to a computer, tablet or smart phone after opening.
Guide can be used for all pre-trip planning and taken with you on the trip itself, making your next adventure easier and more informed than ever!