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| | When you're here in California backcountry backpacking along one of its wilderness trails is so much fun. A long journey separates Phoenix Lake-Cedar Ridge from Ten Lakes Trail, but it sure is a an outstanding great outdoors trail. Backcountry trekking here in California is a must. The length of this backcountry trail is on the longer side with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this a very tough backcountry trail for advanced backcountry walkers looking for a fine challenge. Ten Lakes Trail is a two ended trail with two trailheads which |
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means you have the option of backcountry trekking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other end. This wilderness trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. And keep in mind
| | that there could be temporary safety restrictions in spot. Now, this is roughly a 5-day trek, so better have big backpack to fit all the stuff you need. Ten Lakes Trail has a total elevation difference of 2,769 feet which is higher than average. Each one of the many wilderness trails of California has its own unique beauty. With its 33.8 miles of walking distance; it's a long wilderness trail. This is one of many backcountry trails in the surrounding region. Time to get out, and breathe some fresh air, and Ten Lakes Trail in Mariposa County, California | |
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is a really pleasant place to spend some time. Backcountry trekking here in the Central Sierra Nevada is a very perfect way to see these mountains. A great deal of precipitation falls at Ten Lakes Trail; during January this area sees the most rain; the driest month of the year
is July. For the duration of the long summer days at Ten Lakes Trail temperatures are generally in the 80's; the night is a tad colder of course, frequently in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Ten Lakes Trail are
in the 20's. Keep in mind that this is a long backpacking and hiking trail, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Hiking trails are great and plentiful in California; among these are Ten Lakes Trail in Mariposa County. At parts of the year this region sees very little rain,
so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go.
Briefly about the general area:
That right there is a heap of amusing things already but it goes on, the Central Sierra Nevada has it all. Pate Valley is right here at Ten Lakes Trail, and drift
down the rapids of Yosemite Creek in a kayak. Be careful coming to the Central Sierra Nevada, you might not ever wanna go back home again. A tour to Halfmoon Meadow revitalizes the spirit, and why not take a look at nearby Register Creek while you're here at Ten Lakes Trail.
Ten Lakes Pass is a wonderful place to have a look at near Ten Lakes Trail. There's so much to do here at Ten Lakes Trail that you need to camp here for a while, Tenaya Lake Campground is a fine place for that. Don't leave Ten Lakes Trail without first paying a visit to Snow Creek
Falls. You'll need more than a day to look at everything Ten Lakes Trail has to offer, you can camp at Porcupine Flat Campground. So many entertaining things to do at Ten Lakes Trail, so little time. Get drenched paddling on Tuolumne River; a journey to Yosemite National Park is
worthwhile.
It's a magnificent idea to pop by Piute Creek, it's near Ten Lakes Trail It's always splendid to check out Waterwheel Falls.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 37.8518, Longitude -119.5746
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 37.8346, Longitude -119.4627
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 16.9 miles
Total climbing distance = 8.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 16.9 miles
Total climbing distance = 7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
8 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 33.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 15.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 days
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 33.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 15.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 days
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Total elevation difference: 2769 feet
The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park
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8 miles away
As a National Historical Landmark and one of the most distinctive resort hotels in North America, The Ahwahnee is well known for its great granite facade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone heart...
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dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
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13 miles away
Wawona is one of the oldest mountain resort hotels in California and a National Historic Landmark. Its verdant meadows, rushing streams, and tranquility make this a favorite of those who prefer a rela...
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User input for Ten Lakes Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California:
Outdoors Recreation Near Phoenix Lake-Cedar Ridge, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Phoenix Lake-Cedar Ridge, California, the metro area neareast to Ten Lakes Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Ten Lakes Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California
Local climate location: CHERRY VALLEY DAM 16 miles away
      
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Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park
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13 miles away
As the closest property to Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Lodge is an idyllic spot for families, group retreats and visitors seeking to blend the comforts of a hotel while exploring the wilderness. In 1998,...
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Curry Village, Yosemite National Park
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13 miles away
The largest lodging facility in Yosemite Valley, Curry Village offers a motel, cabins with and without private bathrooms, and canvas tent cabins without plumbing. Although Curry Village is the largest...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Ten Lakes Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California
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| These outdoors activities are available near Ten Lakes Trail. |
| | Trails Near Ten Lakes Trail:
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Tenaya Lake And Tuolumne Meadows Trail, Mariposa
County
, 6 miles away, 10.8 hiking miles, 910 feet elevation difference |
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Hetch Hetchy Trail, Mariposa
County
, 7 miles away, 7.7 hiking miles, 3804 feet elevation difference |
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North Dome Trail, Mariposa
County
, 7 miles away, 14.4 hiking miles, 4985 feet elevation difference |
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Eagle Peak Trail, Mariposa
County
, 7 miles away, 9.4 hiking miles, 3939 feet elevation difference |
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John Muir Trail - section 1,
County
, 8 miles away, 18.5 hiking miles, 6931 feet elevation difference |
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Half Dome Trail, Mariposa
County
, 8 miles away, 11.6 hiking miles, 5142 feet elevation difference |
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Yosemite Falls Trail, Mariposa
County
, 8 miles away, 9.4 hiking miles, 3958 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Ten Lakes Trail:
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Tuolumne River, Tuolumne County
County
, 2 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 32 miles long (Tioga Road Bridge to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir) |
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Yosemite Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls) |
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Tenaya Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 7 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Super Slide) |
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Merced River, Mariposa County
County
, 14 miles away, Class V - 4.8 miles long (Routes 120-140 Junction to Arch Rock Entrance Station) |
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Merced River - South Fork, Mariposa County
County
, 19 miles away, Class V+ - 16 miles long (Upper) |
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| | Hotels Near Ten Lakes Trail:
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The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park
, 8 miles away |
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dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
, 13 miles away |
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Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park
, 13 miles away |
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Curry Village, Yosemite National Park
, 13 miles away |
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Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
, 13 miles away |
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