Gable Lakes Trail


Rich in mining history, the Gable Lakes trail starts deep in Pine Creek Canyon behind Mt Tom and climbs up past sites where miners would ride to the work in oar buckets. Visitors should remember that the Antiquities Act protects all artifacts from being damaged or removed. Gable Lakes is four miles up this primitive rocky, steep and exposed trail (not recomended for stock). Gable Lakes are fishless.  

Common Destinations: Gable Lakes

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At a Glance

Current Conditions: Weather
Reservations: Reserve up to 6 months in advance at www.Recreation.gov
Rentals & Guides: Special approval is required for commercial use.
Permit Info:
  • Wilderness permits are required year round for overnight trips.
  • Day use does not require a permit.
  • May 1 through November 1 quotal limits visitors to 8 people per day.
Restrictions:
Closest Towns:  Bishop, CA (full service, hospital)
Water: Water from creeks, lakes and springs should be treated before drinking.
Restroom: Please Leave No Trace. Bury human waste away from water sources.
Operated By: Forest Service
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General Information

Directions:

From Bishop go north on Hwy 395 approximately 12 miles and go west on Pine Creek Canyon Rd. Drive to the end of the road and park in the dirt lot near Pine Creek Pack Station.  The trailhead is to the south of the parking lot.


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Activities

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
37.3609

  Longitude : 
-118.6912

  Elevation : 
7,431ft. at trail head