Basin Peak sits in the northern portion of the Sierra Nevada range at an elevation of 9,103 feet. It is down the ridge from Castle Peak, but sees significantly less traffic.

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#1.

Castle Peak and Basin Peak via Castle Valley Road and PCT

12.3km

04:07

660m

460m

Hike Castle Peak and Basin Peak via Castle Valley Road and PCT for a moderate 7.6-mile journey with panoramic views in Tahoe National Forest

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#2.

Summit Lake, Frog Lake Overlook, and Basin Peak via PCT Loop

25.6km

07:55

900m

890m

Hike a difficult 15.9-mile loop in Tahoe National Forest, featuring the Frog Lake Overlook, Basin Peak, and sections of the PCT.

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#3.

Castle Peak and Basin Peak Loop

16.1km

05:03

620m

Hike the challenging 10.0-mile Castle Peak and Basin Peak Loop in Tahoe National Forest for panoramic views and diverse terrain.

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Elevation 2,730 m

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Sunday 29 March

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Location: Nevada County, California, United States

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Basin Peak

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Castle Peak and Basin Peak via Castle Valley Road and PCT

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Summit Lake, Frog Lake Overlook, and Basin Peak via PCT Loop

#3.

Castle Peak and Basin Peak Loop

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