Trail route : DESOLATION WILDERNESS - Wright Lake to Grouse Lake
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Spring and Summer TRAIL PACK ESSENTIALS
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Map and compass
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Daypack
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Sunscreen, lip balm, insect repellent and/or headnet, hand sanitizer and sunglasses
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Energy food and snacks
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Water
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Quick-drying pants or shorts & wicking t-shirt
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Hat, or bandana
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Boots or shoes suited to terrain
DESOLATION WILDERNESS Wright Lake to Grouse Lake
TRAIL LOCATION
Trail located near Pollock Pines, California. The trail is primarily used for hiking and backpacking
TRAIL LEVEL
Moderate
TRAIL STYLE
First sections soft Ground, Then some single track, Mid way graniet rock areas and snow trail covered if travelling before June a quarter mile from the lake
TRAIL ELEVATION
1,750 fT
TRAIL DISTANCE
Grouse is a 5.6 mile out and back trail located near Pollock Pines, California. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking and backpacking.
*** 7 miles if you go before June as Smith Lake gate is close
Start at Wright Lake. Take the loop trail to the NE corner of the lake. Start Twin Lake Trail. Split about 15 min. Twin Lake or Grouse. Straight forward from there. Just make sure to always look for the piles of rocks as trail can get lost when around the granite rock areas.
TIPS
Get there early for parking at the trailhead *** when Wrights Campground is open. If it's not you will need to park before the campground gate. Adds an extra mile to the hike.
Hiking shoes and trekking poles ( for large steps ups ) recommended or get ready for some slipping and falls!
Plenty of water and energy food.
Compass and map
NOTABLE
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High Peaks
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Spectacular panoramic views
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Lake and granite mountain walls
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Alpine Lake
FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT...
http://www.everytrail.com/guide/wrights-lake-to-grouse-lake-and-gateway-to-twin-lakes