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Inspiration Point Trail
The trail starts out on level ground as the Lakeshore Trail; in about .4 mile the Inspiration Point Trails branches off to the left and climbs steeply to the top of the ridge. The rewards for hiking this trail are stunning views of Lake Alpine to the north, an expansive granite basin to the south with Union and Utica Reservoirs nestled in it, and the Dardanelles Cone lava flow in the distance. 1.4 miles one-way.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Calaveras Ranger District (HWY 4) |
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| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: | Summer, early fall |
| Busiest Season: | Mid-June to mid-August |
| Water: | At Pine Marten campground in summer season |
| Restroom: | At Pine Marten campground in summer season |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Trail starts at the Lakeshore Trail/ Inspiration Point Trailhead adjacent to Pine Marten Campground.
Activities
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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