Trail Map of Cathedral Lakes, Yosemite NP
Worship the great outdoors from the heart of Yosemite National Park.
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Overview
Moderate:
8.0 miles, Half day
Overview:
Two superb Yosemite lakes await you from the Cathedral Lakes trailhead at the side of Tioga Road, inviting you to swap the throngs of car-bound visitors for relative peace and tranquility of calm waters, pine forest and granite peaks.
Elevation gain:
• 1,300ft (from 8,600 - 9,600ft)
Tips:
• Insects can be plentiful around the lakes, so be sure to pack the bug spray as well as the sunscreen.
• The lakes are popular for wildlife as well as hikers, so keep your eyes peeled for deer, and an occasional timid marmot.
Elevation gain:
• 1,300ft (from 8,600 - 9,600ft)
Tips:
• Insects can be plentiful around the lakes, so be sure to pack the bug spray as well as the sunscreen.
• The lakes are popular for wildlife as well as hikers, so keep your eyes peeled for deer, and an occasional timid marmot.
Trailhead (8,600 ft)
Stairmaster time!
[JCT] Decision time!
Approaching Upper Cathedral Lake
Upper Cathedral Lake
Approaching Lower Cathedral Lake
Lower Cathedral Lake
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