Lamarck Lakes Trail
Starting from North Lake Campground, the Lamarck Lakes trail immediately splits away from the Piute Pass trail. The first part of the climb is sheltered by a grove of aspen and pine. The steady climb soon leads to open views of Mount Emerson and the red cliffs of Piute Crags. Lakes are terraced up the canyon in a series of glacier carved granite benches. The trail ends at Upper Lamarck Lake. The side trail to Grass Lake and the trail beyond Lamarck Lake is not recommended for stock. Rugged cross-country terrain beyond Upper Lamarck Lakes is predominately steep talus and the snow fields of small glaciers that rest at the foot of Mount Lamarck.
Common Destinations: Lower and Upper Lamarck Lakes
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Specific Trail Information
Trail Type
General Information
- Wilderness permits are required year round for overnight trips.
- Day use does not require a permit.
- May 1 through November 1 a quota limits visitors to 10 people per day.
Water from creeks, lakes and springs should be treated before drinking.
- No campfires above 10,400 ft
- Food, trash and scented items must be stored in bear proof containers or counter balanced.
- Groups cannot be larger than 15 people (includes day use).
- Trail to Grass Lake or beyond Lamarck Lake is not recommended for stock.
- John Muir Wilderness regulations
- Sequoia and Kings Canyon wilderness regulations (Lamarck Col, Darwin Canyon).
Getting There
Directions
From Bishop go west on Line Street (Hwy 168). Follow Hwy 168 from Bishop in the direction of Aspendell and Sabrina Lake. After Aspendell, turn onto the steep, narrow, mostly dirt North Lake Road. This road is not recommended for trailers. Parking lot for hiking and overnight parking is located near North Lake. Parking in the campground is limited to people registered for campsites. The trail starts from the campground.
