First Dinkey Lake is one of numerous pristine lakes within the Dinkey Lakes Wilderness. It was named after a shepherd's dog who defended his owner from an attacking black bear. The lake is one source of the Dinkey Creek, a tributary of the north fork of the wild Kings River.

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Dinkey Lakes Loop Trail

11.1km

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Hike the moderate Dinkey Lakes Loop Trail, a 6.9-mile route through the Sierra National Forest, visiting multiple alpine lakes.

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Elevation 2,820 m

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Tuesday 31 March

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Location: Fresno County, California, United States

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