91. LAKE SABRINA TO MIDNIGHT LAKE AND HUNGRY PACKER LAKE, BISHOP, CA

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LAKE SABRINA TO MIDNIGHT LAKE AND HUNGRY PACKER LAKE, BISHOP, CA

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Explore this 15.7-mile out-and-back trail near Bishop, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 30 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through September.

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Sabrina Basin is one of my favorite hikes in the Bishop area. The trail climbs the headwall at the southern end of Sabrina Lake to a wonderland of gorgeous lakes set amid glacial scoured basins surrounded by a sea of jagged granite peaks. From the upper lakes basins dramatic views encompass an impressive lineup of 13,000-ft. peaks along the Sierra Crest, including Mt. Darwin (13,831-ft.), Mt Haeckle (13,418-ft.), Mt. Powell (13,364-ft.) and Mt. Thompson (13,494-ft.).

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The trail system in the basin is composed of established trails and lesser used routes. Trip options vary from a short, albeit strenuous 6-mile hike to Blue Lake to multi-day backpacks exploring each of the lakes basins. With an early start strong day-hikers can tailor a trip to visit several lakes in the lower and upper basins. Whatever option you choose you’ll not be disappointed.

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Climbing the hillside on the south side of Sabrina Lake, the trail leads to a series of high alpine meadows and lakes in Sabrina Basin surrounded by glacier flanked 13,000 ft. granite peaks. Many day hikers enjoy visiting Blue Lake (2.5 miles). If hikers continue on the trail it will take them to Dingleberry, Hungry Packer, and Midnight Lakes. The side trail to Donkey and Baboon Lake is more rugged and is not recommended for stock. Beyond Blue Lake, bear canisters are the only practical way to store food due to the lack of tall trees.

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Sabrina Lake is a very popular spot nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains just outside of Bishop, California. Here you can find some crystal clear water, stunning fall colors, and great fishing. But, if you’re willing to put in some hiking, you’ll find it only gets more beautiful the deeper you get into the mountains. Along the way, we witnessed some breathtaking views that no video or picture could bring justice to.

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