Emerald Lake, Trinity Alps Wilderness
Map
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Facts and practical information
Emerald Lake is a lake located in the Trinity Alps Wilderness area, in Northern California. The lake sits in a granite bowl, approximately 5,500 ft above sea level. It is dammed with a rock wall constructed many years ago when the area was used by miners. Visitors can still find old rusty pieces of their equipment around the lake, including giant gears, winches, and cables. ()
Length: 1970 ftWidth: 700 ftElevation: 5502 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°0'17"N, 122°59'53"W
Day trips
Emerald Lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Thompson Peak, Sapphire Lake, Salmon Mountains, Trinity Alps.