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Kings Canyon National Park/California

Chain Lakes

1.6 mi

Distance

577 ft

Elev. Gain

49m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Chain Lakes Trail is a scenic 1.6-mile out-and-back trail located in a mountainous area at an elevation reaching up to 2887 meters. With a total elevation gain of 577 feet, this trail gently meanders through high-altitude terrain typical of a United States Forest Service area. The trail's dirt surface suggests a natural setting, likely featuring forested sections and potentially views of nearby peaks or lakes.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,706 ft
Max:2,887 ft
185 ft
10 ft
2,706 ft2,766 ft2,826 ft2,887 ft0.0 mi0.4 mi0.8 mi1.2 mi1.6 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

mountainous terrain

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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