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Protected wilderness area in California, United States

Golden Trout Wilderness

Rolling granite meadows south of the JMT with California's state fish native to every creek.

Where on earth

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Region
California, USA
Country
United States
Biome
High Sierra meadow (2,700–3,700 m)
Best season
July – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Climbing
  • Wildlife Viewing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: High Sierra meadow (2,700–3,700 m)
  • Best season: July – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Rolling granite meadows south of the JMT with California's state fish native to every creek.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: July – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

High Sierra meadow (2,700–3,700 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
High Sierra meadow (2,700–3,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Plan with verified data

Golden Trout Wilderness trip tools

Popular pursuits at Golden Trout Wilderness

  • Backpacking

    Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.

  • Hiking

    Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.

  • Fishing

    Resident gamefish, seasons, and the water that holds them.

  • Climbing

    Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.

  • Wildlife Viewing

    Best light, best season, and where animals move.

Animals around Golden Trout Wilderness

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Last verified: 1970-01-01