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Lyell Canyon Trail Length, One-way: 12 Miles Directions From this trail junction the path crosses two branches of Rafferty Creek before entering Lyell Canyon. In the next four miles the route turns southward along the western riverbank. Views along the path include the Kuna Crest which rises above the eastern wall of Lyell Canyon. After four miles of hiking through flood plain meadows and conifer forests the trail reaches a junction. The right fork of this split leads southwestward to Vogelsang High Sierra Camp. The left fork leads southward to the head of Lyell Fork. Follow the left fork, which will bring you to some excellent riverside campsites. These sites are best for camping in late July through mid September after the mosquito population diminishes. The level terrain continues past the trail junction. Within a half mile the trail crosses Ireland Creek as it follows the western bank of Lyell Fork. Approximately three miles from the trail junction the JMT reaches an excellent camping site shortly beyond the mouth of Kuna Creek. This is the last resting area before ascending the southern canyon wall of Lyell Canyon and a good place to camp. Beyond this flat area the trail climbs 2,000 feet in the next three miles. It winds its way up the canyon crossing the headwaters of the Lyell Fork. Close to the summit of Donohue Pass hikers will enjoy views of nearby glaciers among other natural features. The high point of this segment of the JMT is Donohue Pass at 11,100 feet. |
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