Merrian Lake

Merrian Lake Trail is a 1.5-mile out-and-back trail located at high elevation in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region. This trail features a moderate difficulty level due to its substantial elevation gain of 951 feet over a relatively short distance. The trail starts at an elevation of 3,030 meters and rises to a maximum of 3,336 meters, offering expansive views of the surrounding alpine environment. The trail is likely to pass through a mix of coniferous forest and open rocky areas typical of this elevation and latitude.