Merriam Lake Trail
John Muir Wilderness, Fresno County, CA
Out-and-back trail in John Muir Wilderness, Fresno County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 974 ft (297 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 35 min
- High point
- 10,974 ft (3,345 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Merriam Lake Trail
How long is Merriam Lake Trail?
Merriam Lake Trail is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 35 min. It climbs 974 ft (297 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,974 ft (3,345 m).
How hard is Merriam Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Merriam Lake Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (37% under trees).
What can you do on Merriam Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Merriam 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.
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- Honeymoon Lake Spur John Muir Wilderness · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Italy Pass Trail John Muir Wilderness · Hard · 5.5 mi (8.9 km)
- Lake Italy Trail John Muir Wilderness · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
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