Spectacular views of Long Lake and the entire Lakes Basin area can be had throughout this entire section of trail. The western section of trail is higher up from the lake and offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. As you get closer to the lake be sure to check out the crystal clear water and soak your feet after a long day of hiking.

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Best Hiking Routes to Long Lake

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1. Mount Elwell loop — Plumas National Forest

13.0km

04:14

600m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

2. Smith Lake to PCT and Long Lake Loop — Plumas National Forest

19.1km

05:59

710m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard

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3. Long Lake – Lakes Basin loop from La Porte

10.5km

03:51

540m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Moderate

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Distance 866 m

Uphill 0 m

Downhill 60 m

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Location: Plumas County, California, United States

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1. Mount Elwell loop — Plumas National Forest

2. Smith Lake to PCT and Long Lake Loop — Plumas National Forest

3. Long Lake – Lakes Basin loop from La Porte

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