Donner Summit to Paradise Lake (with overnight stop near Peter Grubb Hut)

Donner Summit to Paradise Lake (with overnight stop near Peter Grubb Hut)
This trip starts with a 4-mile first day hiking over Castle Pass and down into the valley where the Peter Grubb backcountry hut sits. On day two, we’ll pack up camp and follow the Pacific Crest Trail about five miles to find the spur trail up to Paradise Lake. We will spend the afternoon swimming and relaxing at the lake before enjoying a hearty meal. On the final day, we hike back the same way we came in!

Mileage: 18 miles.
Level of Terrain: Moderate (+1800ft; -1100ft).
Length: 2-3 days.


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