Long Lake and Mt. Elwell

Mt. Elwell and Long Lake Loop

Photo by Vanessa Vasquez

Embark on a scenic and challenging 6.5-mile loop through the Lakes Basin Recreation Area near Clio, California. This rugged alpine trail offers sweeping views, dramatic granite ridges, and serene high-mountain lakes, including Long Lake. A steady elevation gain leads hikers up toward Mount Elwell, rewarding the effort with panoramic vistas of the Sierra Buttes and surrounding peaks. Popular with hikers, trail runners, and birdwatchers, this trail offers both rewarding climbs and quiet forested stretches. While the route is well-traveled in summer, early mornings or weekdays can offer peaceful solitude in this stunning high country.

Trail Difficulty

  • Check box with checkmark in it Easy

Trail details

  • Check box with checkmark in it Length: 8 miles
  • Check box with checkmark in it Route type: Loop

Best Season to Hike

  • Check box with checkmark in it June - October

Region

Southeast Plumas

Address

39.7000, 120.6545

Managing agency contact

(530) 283-0555

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