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Nimitz Way Trail to Inspiration Peak and Jewel Lake route map
ModerateLoop

Nimitz Way Trail to Inspiration Peak and Jewel Lake

Berkeley, California

5.9 mi

Distance

1,463 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 24m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Nimitz Way Trail to Inspiration Peak and Jewel Lake is a scenic 5.9-mile loop trail located near Berkeley, California. With an elevation gain of approximately 1,463 feet, the trail offers moderate difficulty. Hikers are treated to impressive views from Inspiration Peak and can enjoy the natural surroundings near Jewel Lake. The trail's dirt surface can become challenging after rain, making it best suited for dry conditions.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:171 ft
Max:361 ft
446 ft
446 ft
171 ft234 ft298 ft361 ft0.0 mi1.5 mi3.0 mi4.5 mi5.9 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

Highlights

views from Inspiration PeakJewel Lakeforest setting

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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