Independence Lake Loop
5.7 mi
Distance
607 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 12m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Independence Lake Loop is a point-to-point trail in Sierra County, California. It is 5.7 miles long and gains 607 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Truckee, California, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,984 ft |
| High point | 2.0 mi | 2,155 ft |
| End | 5.7 mi | 1,955 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Truckee, CA · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Sierra County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Campgrounds near this trail

Upper Little Truckee
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Sierraville, CA
Check official pricing43 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Lower Little Truckee
1.8 mi awayTahoe National Forest
Sierraville, CA
Check official pricing15 sitesReservable TentRV No Service

Cold Creek
5 mi awayTahoe National Forest
Sierraville, CA
Check official pricing26 sitesReservable TentRV No Service
COTTONWOOD CREEK
5.5 mi awaySierraville, CA
Check official pricing48 sitesNational Forest Reservable TentRV
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