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Emerald Lake Loop via John Muir Trail

based on 6 tracks & routes #13 hike out of 134 in
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17.9 mi
Distance
9 hrs 41 min
Time
terrain
2,113 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult loop trail to Emerald Lake in Ansel Adams Wilderness.

This trail goes by Agnew Meadows, Olaine Lake, and Ruby Lake.

This is an alternate route for Agnew Meadows via John Muir Trail and Shadow Creek Trail.


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