Mineral King Loop Day 4
Little Five Lakes to Monarch Lake
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 985 m
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.9 km
- High Point
- 3.6 km
- Gradient
- 28˚
Long hike from Little Five Lakes to Monarch Lake Difficult ascent out of Lost Cyn up over Sawtooth Pass. Incredible views from the pass back to Mt. Whitney. Treacherous, steep, sandy descent from Sawtooth. The trail is difficult follow. The Caltopo trail seems to follow the path fairly closely, as does the Fatmap trail. The trail on my Garmin does not follow it very well at all. Highly suggest having the Caltopo trail uploaded to your GPS and follow closely. Many false trails in the sandy terrain.
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Picturesque
- Forestry or heavy vegetation