Elizabeth Lake
To get to this picture-perfect lake, you'll enjoy a scene mid-length day hike through some beautiful surroundings.
Plan Around Elizabeth Lake
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Elizabeth Lake Details
Named after a 19th-century geologist's niece, this jigsaw-shaped lake is as pretty as a postcard, surrounded by evergreens and bordered by granite peaks. The trail to it travels toward the Cathedral Range, and after some steady climbs in high elevation, runs into its beautiful tree-lined shores. The granite face of Unicorn Peak rises steeply from one end, and on still days its reflection in the water is serene. Despite its apparent beauty, however, the lake remains a significantly less-visited sight in the Park. It is a great location to enjoy the quiet tranquility of Yosemite's flora and fauna. Trailhead: from Tuolumne Meadows Campground
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
4.6 miles
Estimated time
2.5 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Elizabeth Lake
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0.4 mi away
High Sierra Camp (T32)
Nestled high in the wilderness and surrounded by nothing but nature, this camp is a popular Yosemite destination.
0.4 mi away
Tuolumne Meadows Campground
This large campground has 304 sites, is open July through September, and can accommodate RVs and trailers.
0.4 mi away
Tuolumne River (T31)
The river begins at Mount Lyell Glacier and flows nearly 150 miles to the San Joaquin River in the Central Valley.
0.4 mi away
Tuolumne Meadows Store
There is a small semi-permanent pit toilet located at the parking lot.
0.4 mi away
Parsons Memorial Lodge
A testament to the Sierra Club's devotion.
