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Hike along a dirt road that passes Balsam Forebay before reaching Ely Mountain.


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Map Key

2.3

Miles

3.7

KM

Point to Point

6,885' 2,098 m

High

6,615' 2,016 m

Low

417' 127 m

Up

303' 92 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

20%

Max Grade (11°)

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Features Lake · Swimming · Views · Wildlife

Closed in winter due to snow

Need to Know

The restrooms aren't always open and there is no drinking water. Winter months require a snow park pass.

Description

Park in the lot or across the street if the lot is full. Head up the road to the left of the restrooms and around the locked gate. Stay on the main road until you reach the sign that says Ely Mountain. At about 2 miles the is a singletrack to the left that winds around then back to the the road. Take the second trail to the left to get to the viewpoint.

Flora & Fauna

The trail is through a coniferous forest.

Contacts

Shared By:

Dion Reeves

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#16300

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#1

in Shaver Lake

#1,726

in California

#16,300

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Shaver Lake
Aug 16, 2020 near Auberry, CA

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