Dog Lake Trail is a 2.8 mile out and back trail located near Long Barn, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible from June until October.
Directions from Arch Rock Entrance: Drive northward into the park toward the Yosemite Valley. Turn left on to Big Oak Flat Road and travel almost 9.5 miles to Tioga Road. Turn right on to Tioga Road and travel 39 miles to Tuolumne Meadows. Turn left on to the dirt road that leads to the Lembert Dome/Glen Aulin Trailhead. Walk east from the parking area to the trailhead, which is behind the restrooms.
California Travel and Tourism Commision, P.O. Box 1499 , Sacramento, CA, 95812-1499, Phone: 800-862-2543
RM
about 6 years ago
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Hello, I hiked dog lake, 6yrs ago was wonderful was wondering if they are ever going to stock the lake with trout again, if you can get any info I would appreciate it, Thank you!!!
RLM
over 6 years ago
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Be sure your thighs are in good shape. This trail is so steep, the elderly might not make it. We passed people who had altitude sickness and had to go back down.
Glenn
almost 8 years ago
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Mike's introduction is pretty much right on. The trail does indeed climb nearly all the way, but it was a little steeper than I expected. Take your time so you don't pass out from the altitude! It's a rocky trail, too, so you may want to think about that if you've got weak ankles or if you're hiking with someone who does. Again, take your time. The trailhead was easy to find from the parking lot, but there's one trail junction less than a 1/4 mile in that doesn't have any directions. Veer right and head up, up, up. The scenic payoff at Dog Lake is amazing though. The walk around the lake is perfectly flat with an obvious trail and is highly recommended. All around, this is a great hike if you've only got one day in Yosemite.
Lloyd La Plant Jr (115)
9 months ago
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Hiked the weekend after Tioga Road opened. Trail covered in many areas by snow banks so lots of up and down but not enough snow to use snowshoes so very uneven. Nice hike when snow melts.