Golden Trout Lake Trail
John Muir Wilderness, Inyo County, CA
Out-and-back trail in John Muir Wilderness, Inyo County, CA. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,005 ft (611 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 20 min
- High point
- 11,388 ft (3,471 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Golden Trout Lake Trail
How long is Golden Trout Lake Trail?
Golden Trout Lake Trail is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 20 min. It climbs 2,005 ft (611 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,388 ft (3,471 m).
How hard is Golden Trout Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Golden Trout Lake Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Golden Trout Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Golden Trout Lake Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Golden Trout Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Golden Trout Lake Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Golden Trout Lake Trail
- Kearsarge Pass Trail John Muir Wilderness · Expert · 9.7 mi (15.5 km)
- Onion Valley Pack Station Trail Inyo National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Robinson Basin Trail John Muir Wilderness · Moderate · 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
- Matlock Lake Trail John Muir Wilderness · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Golden Trout Lake North Spur Trail John Muir Wilderness · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Sardine Lake Trail John Muir Wilderness · Expert · 13.1 mi (21 km)
- Kearsarge Lakes Trail Kings Canyon National Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Junction Pass Trail Kings Canyon National Park · Hard · 6 mi (9.7 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap