15.2 mi
Distance
3,589 ft
Elev. Gain
6h 33m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Bull Lake via Elder Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail in Alpine County, California. It is 15 miles long and gains 3,589 feet. The nearest town is Markleeville, California, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,623 ft |
| High point | 7.6 mi | 2,639 ft |
| End | 15.2 mi | 2,623 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Markleeville, CA · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Alpine County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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