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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Best routes to Sardine Creek - best/only water near Sonora Pass trailhead

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1. Leavitt Peak summit — Sonora Pass

18.8km

06:22

790m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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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

1. Leavitt Peak summit — Sonora Pass

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