Near: Ebbetts Pass
Distance: 2.5 miles
Elevation: 7,300 to 7,900 ft
Vegetation: Pine forest
Last Visit: June 2018
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| A still-frozen Lake Alpine from Inspiration Point in February 2018 |
Inspiration point is a small high point overlooking Lake Alpine west of Ebbetts Pass on California Highway 4. The hike up to the overlook is fairly easy. The rocky ridge can be gained in under a mile from the trailhead, affording great views of Lake Alpine to the north and the Stanislaus National Forest to the south. The broad plateau at the summit has fine views in all directions including east to the Pacific Crest south of Ebbetts Pass. Lake Alpine is a great destination as well with good swimming, some small rocky islands to explore and small boats for rent at the Lake Alpine Lodge.
