
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
- 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
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.
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.










