Eagle Lake 
Distance: 6.4 miles (round trip)
Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park, near Mineral King in California's Southwestern Sierra
Looking toward the head of Eagle Lake
This short, strenuous hike climbs to a pretty lake nestled in a rugged cirque, with great views of the East Fork Kaweah River valley and the Great Western Divide en route.
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- Distance: 6.4 miles (round trip) to Eagle Lake
- Elevation: 7,830-ft. at Trailhead
10,010-ft. at Eagle Lake - Elevation Gain: 2,180-ft. to Eagle Lake
- Difficulty: moderate-strenuous
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Mineral King / California's Southwestern Sierra
Why Hike Eagle Lake
A beautiful traverse along the East Fork Kaweah River Valley, wonderful views of Mineral and Sawtooth Peaks and vistas of the Great Western Divide are the scenic rewards of this short, strenuous hike to a photogenic lake nestled in a rugged granite cirque. The relatively short distance, scenic beauty of the lake and good fishing make it a popular destination for hikers, backpackers and anglers.
Elevation Profile
Trail Resources
Trail Detail/Full Description / Trail Photo Gallery / Trail Map
Basecamp(s) Information:
Mineral King
Region Information:
California's Southwestern Sierra
Other Hiking Regions in:
California