Important, good all-year source of water right on the PCT: heading South from Sonora Pass, there is a long 10 miles strech without convenient access to water until Upper Long Lake, except for steep detour descents to Latopie or Leavitt Lakes.

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Pacific Crest Trail: Sonora Pass to Latopie Lake

8.07km

02:38

440m

200m

Hike the moderate 5.0-mile Pacific Crest Trail from Sonora Pass to Latopie Lake, enjoying High Sierra views and alpine scenery.

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Pacific Crest Trail to Leavitt Peak

18.8km

06:22

790m

Hike the Pacific Crest Trail to Leavitt Peak for a challenging 11.7-mile High Sierra adventure with panoramic views from 11,573 feet.

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Elevation 3,000 m

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Location: Mono County, California, United States

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Sardine Creek - best/only water near Sonora Pass trailhead

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Pacific Crest Trail: Sonora Pass to Latopie Lake

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