Kennedy Lake

Hike Name: Kennedy Lake Location: east CA Length: 9 Submitted by: Mike Shea Date Submitted: 0/0/00 Rating:	more California trail reviews California national parks California state parks
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Description
The last reviewer kind of panned Kennedy Lake. I like Kennedy Lake. The area surrounding the lake is pretty unique for the Emigrant Wilderness - on three sides the lake is engulfed by tall peaks. It is quite scenic. Yes there is a bog on the left side of the lake as you approach it from the trail. If you hike a little higher as you near the lake you'll miss the bog, but wear long pants or be prepared for leg scratches. I changed from boots to water socks and walked across the bog. The cold water and mud felt really good on my tired feet. There is a nice beach and good fishing on the inlet side of the lake. You can also day hike to Lost Lake if you don't mind a lot of uphill and a little climbing. There are a lot of horse campers at Kennedy Lake.

Directions to Hike
Highway 108 east, Kennedy Lake resort turn off. Parking is only free in the parking area aways from the trailhead. You have to pay to park in the resort parking lot next to the trailhead.

Contact Information
Summit Ranger District, 1 Pinecrest Lake Rd, Pinecrest, CA 95364
phone 209-965-3434
fax 209-965-3372

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