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Emerald Lake via Shadow Creek Trail and Pacific Crest Trail

based on 40 tracks & routes #11 hike out of 134 in
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22.3 mi
Distance
11 hrs 46 min
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terrain
2,119 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail in Ansel Adams Wilderness.

This trail goes by Emerald Lake, Ruby Lake, and Olaine Lake.

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