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Sharktooth Lake

2.8 mi

Distance

1,834 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 51m

Est. Time

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Sharktooth Lake trail is a challenging hike located in the Sierra Nevada range, known for its significant elevation gain of 1834 feet over 2.8 miles. The trail starts at an elevation of 2489 meters and ascends to a maximum of 3160 meters. This steep climb provides hikers with impressive views and a rewarding trek through mountainous terrain. The trail's dirt surface winds through high-altitude areas, offering a rugged outdoor experience. Given its elevation, the trail might feature patches of snow or ice into late spring.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainhigh altitude

Elevation Profile

Min:2,489 ft
Max:3,160 ft
676 ft
166 ft
2,489 ft2,713 ft2,937 ft3,160 ft0.0 mi0.7 mi1.5 mi2.2 mi2.9 mi

Trail Details

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

SummerFall

Highlights

mountain viewshigh-altitude setting

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Imported route

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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