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North Tamarack Lake

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North Tamarack Lake

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North Tamarack Lake

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    Location: Sierra County, California, United States

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    1. Packer Lake to Sierra Buttes Fire Lookout via Pacific Crest Trail Loop — Tahoe National Forest

    13.8km

    04:36

    690m

    680m

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

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    2. Pacific Crest Trail to Tamarack Lakes loop — Tahoe National Forest

    5.46km

    01:39

    180m

    180m

    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    3. North Tamarack Lake – South Tamarack Lake loop from Martin

    13.4km

    04:10

    490m

    490m

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

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    March 21, 2023

    With the Pacific Crest Trail splitting North and South Tamarack Lake this is definitely a beautiful section of the trail. It's hard to pick a favorite, so I'll let you be the judge.

      July 18, 2019

      The Pacific Crest Trail winds between the two lakes

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        Elevation 2,030 m

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