Lembert Dome in California State

Lembert Dome

Spectacular view of Tuolumne Meadows and surrounding peaks.

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Lembert Dome Details

This trail rises steeply for 0.75 miles to a signed junction. Turn left to reach the top of Lembert Dome for a spectacular view of Tuolumne Meadows and surrounding peaks. Warning: Stay off domes during thunderstorms! Trailhead: Begin at the Dog Lake parking area (shuttle stop #2, just west of Tuolumne Lodge).

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

2.8 miles

Estimated time

2 hours

Region

N/A

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lembert Dome

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0.1 mi away

Dog Lake Parking Lot

This large parking lot serves the trails of Dog Lake, John Muir Trail, Vogelsang, and Lyell Canyon.

0.1 mi away

Dog Lake Parking

0.1 mi away

Vogelsang Area

A strenuous hike to some of the beautiful backcountry around Vogelsang Lake and Pass.

0.3 mi away

Lyell Canyon

This trail provides hikers with a pleasurable walk through ponderosa pine, oak, and manzantia.

0.3 mi away

Tuolumne Lodge

This large parking lot serves the Tuolumne Lodge, John Muir Trail, Vogelsang, and Lyell Canyon.