Hikers may not pass through yosemite valley on a single wilderness permit. The map also indicates county lines, indian territory, towns, cities, roads, railroads, areas of elevation, and bodies of water. Emigrant wilderness backpacking sierra club outings. Map of the southern emigrant trail, a major route for immigration into california, and the butterfield overland mail trail, a stagecoach service, through texas. This challenging loop has alpine lakes, awesome views, lush forests, easy off trail scrambling, good water. Usually only found at ranger stations hard to find maps. Emigrant wilderness may 2012 crabtree to buck lake loop. Map of emigrant trail and butterfield trail, grayson county. As it follows the contours of the creek, the trail makes a number of creek and road crossings until it. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and. The emigrant is most easily accessible from hwy 108 past the town of twain harte with many visitors entering from near pinecrest lake or kennedy meadows.
Emigrant wilderness trail map tom harrison maps tom harrison, tom harrison, tom harrison on. Note that my maps focus on the tahoe to yosemite and pacific crest trail routes across and around the high elevation areas of emigrant wilderness. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. This challenging loop has alpine lakes, awesome views, lush forests, easy off trail scrambling, good water sources, and is less than 3. The avenza maps app offers an alacarte download of single national. Only a singledays hike from the trailhead, it is easily done as a weekend trip. Grizzly peak north to kennedy meadows along tahoe to yosemite trail. We wind our way down to high emigrant lake, amid the granite landscape. Carsoniceberg wilderness, eldorado national forest, emigrant wilderness, hoover wilderness, leviathan peak, mokelumne wilderness, night cap peak, stanislaus national forest, toiyabe national forest, yosemite national park. Pinecrest lake, dodge ridge, relief reservoir, leavitt lake, leavitt meadows, the dardanelles, eagle meadows. Here is a posttrip map courtesy of chris which shows the route we ended up taking. Kennedy meadows pack station loop via kennedy lake to grizzly peak to tyt north to kennedy meadows. It is an elongated area that extends northeast about 25 miles 40 km in length and up to 15 miles 24 km in width. Emigrant wilderness is a protected area in california.
Overland emigrant commemorative trail hiking trail. Unlike the more northern routes, pioneer wagons could travel this route yearround, as the mountain passes were not blocked by snows. Since no hikers had been out and back, they had little information about the condition of the. Can be a bit annoying when its crowded with backpackersbut amazing when you get to the lakeand super refreshing to take a little swim. A wilderness permit is required for camping, you can learn more here. Emigrant wilderness trail map tom harrison maps tom harrison on. Emigrant wilderness california 2020 all you need to. Often described as easy, thats probably because unlike most truckee and tahoe area trails no matter where you jump into it, emigrant doesnt start with an hour of. The trail is primarily used for hiking and backpacking and is best used from august until september. Kennedy lake has become a classic destination in the emigrant wilderness. Emigrant wilderness outline map recreation edit from sonora pass in the north, the pacific crest trail follows a scenic route at the east edge of the emigrant wilderness along the high ridge past leavitt peak, turns further east from kennedy canyon to bond pass, and then heads south down jack main canyon. Emigrant wilderness, crabtree trailhead to gem lake ben. If you should seek other waters, nearby emigrant lake should be just what you were seeking. Map showing trails to emigrant lake in the emigrant wilderness, along with a trail elevation profile.
Emigrant wilderness loop trail california alltrails. There are 12 moderate trails in emigrant wilderness ranging from 5. There are no difficult climbs or technical downhills. Emigrant lake is a magnificent destination for an extended emigrant wilderness adventure. The southern emigrant trail was a major land route for immigration into california from the eastern united states that followed the santa fe trail to new mexico during the california gold rush. Many other trails crisscross the emigrant wilderness, from leavitt meadow on the east. Two days in we got caught in a blizzard and had to navigate our way out by map and. Carsoniceberg, emigrant, and mokelumne wilderness areas. I have plans to add the web of trails covering the next level of trails paralleling and connecting with the tyt through here after i finish the main body of the tyt, pct, and jmt between tahoe and. Perfect for a day hike reference or extended backpacking adventures.
Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Jun 01, 2016 emigrant wilderness trail map tom harrison maps map june 1, 2016 by. Emigrant wilderness hiking project hiking trail maps. Looking for a great trail in emigrant wilderness, california. Emigrant is also one of the first trails to shed the winter snow, so it also makes a good early season warmup. In only 4 miles youll move up emigrant creek from the popular summer lodge and reservoir to reach emigrant lake. Buck lakes are tucked away deep in the emigrant wilderness, with 20 other lakes within a three mile radius. Emigrant wilderness trail map topo maps by tom harrison. The singletrack starts off paralleling the north side of prosser creek, but soon turns uphill to the left to cross a dirt road.
Lily pad lake was just as great as camp lake with large granite boulders to relax on, warm sunshine, and limited mosquitos. With its mellow rolling singletrack, the outandback ride on the emigrant trail is a good choice for novice and intermediate riders. Commemorative overland emigrant trail 89 to stampede. Uphill riders get the rightofway, even if youre crushing the kom on the areas easiest trail, punter. Backpack gem lake loop in emigrant wilderness, crabtree trailhead. Emigrant lake backpack trail across the heart of the emigrant wilderness. Jan 19, 2016 we started our trip with a drive from oakland, ca with a few friends and dogs in tow, stopping at the summit ranger station to obtain our permits for the emigrant wilderness overnight, then continuing on forest roads to the crabtree trailhead. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. National geographics trails illustrated map of carsoniceberg, emigrant, and. Night 2835f day 5060f crabtree trail head to upper buck loop.
Love yosemite but find the crowds and line to get into the park a bit of a drag. History runs deep along the wilderness road trail, which roughly follows a path carved by daniel boone in april 1775. It is bordered by yosemite national park on the south, the toiyabe national forest and the hoover wilderness on the east, and state route 108 over sonora pass on the north. Start checking them out and youll be out on the trail in no time. The commemorative emigrant trail can be accessed from a number of points along the way. Emigrant wilderness topo map in tuolumne county, california. Over 200 miles of designated trails lie within the emigrant wilderness. Fishing is good in the lake and even better along kennedy creek. A full utm grid is printed on the map to aid with gps navigation. The trail to deer lake wildflowers, panoramic views, tranquil lakes. Emigrant wilderness backpacking maps, miles, permits. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is hetch het which is approximately 15 miles away and has an elevation of 3,870 feet 5,018 feet lower than emigrant wilderness. Lower emigrant wilderness shorter loop closed california. Alltrails has 21 great hiking trails, running trails, views trails and more, with handcurated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed.
Created by john hollenberg with moagu and data downloaded from scanned topos from the usgs seamless server. Emigrant wilderness is covered by the cooper peak, ca us topo map quadrant free us. Emigrant wilderness trail to cow meadow lake youtube. To view the most recent 2010 updated and geospatial version of the emigrant wilderness map pdf 9. Some are wide, classic mountain lakes while others are quiet, little gems hidden away in the forest. May 2629 appx 30 mile loop tom harrison trail map temp. Definitely download the map to make sure you stay on the trail. The path later became a route on the louisville and nashville railroad before finally being converted to a railtrail that stretches from a national historic park to a state park. Best hiking trails in emigrant wilderness california. Backpack to bear lake emigrant wilderness, crabtree trailhead. A frequently used trail best suited for crosscountry bikes.
Chris at left and andrew right first snack break and bit of route planning. Climbing map of emigrant wilderness mountain project. Usda forest service 1400 independence avenue sw washington, d. The trail to the right climbs up to link up with the tyt just a bit to the south along the north edge of summit meadow. Commemorative overland emigrant trail mountain bike trail. Caltopos websites use cookies to optimize your user experience, enhance security, and facilitate social media sharing. Clicking anywhere within a quandrant will display an info window with the map name, as well as links to download the map to your computer, or order a waterproof printed map.
A good flowing trail network will have most trails flowing in a single direction according to their intension. Download the highresolution version in hikepack for free and use it. We drove an hour from sonora, ca to enter the emigrant wilderness, part of stanislaus national forest. The emigrant wilderness is located on the upper western slope of the central sierra nevada mountain range and is contiguous with the yosemite wilderness to its south, the carsoniceberg wilderness just to the north, and the hoover wilderness to the east. Aug 30, 2016 walking my way home a 360 virtual thruhike of the pacific crest trail 2018 duration. Carsoniceberg, emigrant, and mokelumne wilderness areas map. Map of emigrant trail and butterfield trail, grayson. Wilderness permits and campfire permits are always required. Deer lake rests deep in the emigrant wilderness amidst dozens of other lakes, each one as scenic and inviting as the next. Emigrant wilderness backpacking maps, miles, permits, information. We head up the drainage and the trail climbs right over the top of big sam, the largest and most prominent peak in the area, affording splendid views of much of the emigrant wilderness.
Whether you carry your own pack or arrange to be packed in by kennedy meadows pack station, emigrant lake is the perfect basecamp for exploring the dozens of lakes scattered about the wilderness just north of yosemite. Emigrant trail mountain bike trail in truckee, california. Backpack gem lake loop in emigrant wilderness, crabtree. At an elevation of 8,602 feet, the lake feels distant from all the worldly noise down below. Whether you carry your own pack or arrange to be packed in by kennedy meadows pack station, emigrant lake is the perfect basecamp for exploring the dozens of lakes scattered about the wilderness just north of yosemite national park. Trailforks scans users ridelogs to determine the most popular direction each trail is ridden. This is where the trail over mosquito pass turns south below the nw side of brown bear pass.
Coworkers and i spent 4 days hiking in the emigrant wilderness in the stanislaus national forest, california. The area covered extends from the golden trout wilderness in the south to yosemite and the emigrant wilderness in the north. From the south, the wilderness is accessible from cherry lake, along the border with yosemite national park. The trek from caples lake to emigrant lake leads from the smooth lakeshores of caples lake through the dense forests of the mokelumne wilderness to the small expanse of emigrant lake. Emigrant wilderness map trail map, sonora pass map, sierra nevada. This lake is unnamed on the map but commonly called this because of the obvious lily pads that float throughout it. Includes details of wilderness areas, latest sierra wilderness news, resources for planning your trip, and notes from professionals in the field.
The colour categories are based on what percentage of riders are riding a trail in its intended direction. Emigrant wilderness trail map total escape map shop. From there we left trail for the first time to follow lily creek up. Four lakes loop trinity alps wilderness via long canyon trail head. It is an elongated area that trends northeast about 25 miles in length and up to 15 miles in width. Headed to crabtree trail, and took the trail to camp lake. Emigrant trail is a hiking, trail running, walking adventure located in or near lassen volcanic national park, ca. Sure, some of those other lakes require a lot of upanddown and roundabout hiking, but buck lakes will provide enough great fishing to keep you busy for a long weekend in the back country. Check in at ranger station around noon on saturday as it started to drizzle. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. Emigrant wilderness stanislaus national forest maplets.
You could spend days exploring the area around deer lake and never grow weary of your exploits. The trail to the left climbs to the unmarked trail junction along the tahoe to yosemite trail a few yards from the grizzly peak and emigrant pass trail junctions. Backpack to bear lake emigrant wilderness, crabtree. Check out the links in the side bar for more info from the stanislaus national forest. Starting at the southern trailhead, the trail heads downhill along a dirt road. The emigrant wilderness of stanislaus national forest is a wilderness area in the sierra nevada. Best trails in emigrant wilderness california alltrails. Soaring peaks cradle the lake on three sides while acres of lush meadow spread at its foot. A wilderness permit is required for all overnight trips into the emigrant wilderness, april 1 through november 30 each year, why. Emigrant wilderness stanislaus national forest dates.
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