Highlight • Canyon
Blue Canyon
Hiking
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This Highlight is in a protected area
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Emigrant Wilderness
Tips
Traveler
July 17, 2020
Hiking
A direct trail above tree line from the Sonora Pass highway 4 leads up the canyon to high alpine lakes below Leavitt Peak. Rock outcrops in the upper third serve as basecamp for early summer snow excursions.
Traveler
January 4, 2026
Snowshoeing
Great spot for winter camping, as a base for exploring the area below Leavitt Peak. In early or late winter the creek might be accessible for water, saving some time melting snow. Though filtering is still advisable. The location is relatively wind-protected, has some trees and rock ridges for wind braking or to sit on, and sometimes there are snow walls from previous campers.
Traveler
January 5, 2026
Nordic walking
Nice protected camp spot with trees and rocks for wind breaks, and water from the creek.
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5.0
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8
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5.13km
01:54
350m
350m
Hike the moderate 3.2-mile Blue Canyon Trail in Emigrant Wilderness, featuring Blue Canyon and Blue Canyon Lake, with 1134 feet of gain.
Moderate
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Elevation 3,010 m
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