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Eagle Lake

Desolation Wilderness #Hiking #Lake #Forest #Mountain

  • Distance: 2.0 mi
  • Elevation gain: 489 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 7,021 ft
  • Elevation loss: 489 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 6,575 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 6 m
  • Moving speed: 1.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.4 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 8 m
  • Global speed: 1.7 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.0 mi
  • Elevation gain: 489 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 7,021 ft
  • Elevation loss: 489 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 6,575 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 6 m
  • Moving speed: 1.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.4 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 8 m
  • Global speed: 1.7 mph

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Eagle Lake Trail in Desolation Wilderness

United States > California > El Dorado County

The Eagle Lake Trail in California's Desolation Wilderness offers a moderately challenging hike through a picturesque landscape of towering pines, granite peaks, and cascading waterfalls. Starting near Emerald Bay, the trail ascends past the scenic Eagle Falls before reaching the serene Eagle Lake, nestled…

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 456 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,021 ft

Eagle Lake via Upper Eagle Falls

United States > California > El Dorado County

Desolation Wilderness. #Hiking #Lake #Waterfall #River #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 443 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,018 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧭Hiking Compass - Precision compass for reliable navigation in the wilderness
🪶Wildlife Field Guides - Learn animal tracking and species ID
🧣Hiking Neck Gaiter - Multi‑use neck protection for outdoor weather
🧤Hiking Gloves - Protective gloves for rugged trails
🛰️Satellite Messengers - Emergency SOS and two-way messaging for off-grid adventures

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