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Eureka Peak Trail

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Eureka Peak Trail

Moderate

2.5

(2)

hikers

Eureka Peak Trail

02:03

5.70km

360m

Hiking

Stunning views of Plumas-Eureka State Park and a picturesque lakeshore await you on the hike up to Eureka Peak. Framed by the peaks of the northern Sierra Nevada, you'll enjoy peace and quiet and the chirping of local birdlife.

The starting point of the hike is the parking lot at…

by VisitTheUSA

Last updated: March 19, 2025

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Plumas-Eureka State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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98 m

Eureka Lake

Highlight • Lake

Looking across the lake to the north is Eureka Peak towering over the state park. You'll find shallow water to wade in, almost no one else around, and the peace and solitude to enjoy it all.

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1.78 km

View of Eureka Lake and Lakes Basin

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Awesome views looking east towards the Lakes Basin area. To the north, take in the view of Eureka Lake to see how far you've hiked.

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2.79 km

View from Eureka Peak

Highlight • Viewpoint

Making it to the top of Eureka Peak is worth the effort. You'll find incredible views of the surrounding peaks and valleys including Mount Washington and the Sierra Buttes. Be …

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5.70 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.47 km

213 m

Surfaces

4.84 km

840 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 2 July

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Comments

March 3, 2025

Stunning views of Plumas-Eureka State Park and a picturesque lakeshore await you on the hike up to Eureka Peak. Framed by the peaks of the northern Sierra Nevada, you'll enjoy peace and quiet and the chirping of local birdlife.
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The starting point of the hike is the parking lot at idyllic Eureka Lake within

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