Distance: 3.6 miles | Elevation Gain: 1280 ft. | Route Type: Out-and-Back. | Dog friendly | Light traffic | Tricky parking

This hike takes you into the Emigrant Wilderness. You will pass through alpine meadows of breathtaking wildflowers. The path is very steep at times and rocky, so it can be a bit slippery. You follow a stream for the majority of the hike. Blue Canyon Lake is stunning, sitting at 10,052ft. Its waters are turquoise and crystal clear. You can swim, enjoy a nice lunch by the water, and even camp in the area.

Epic journey. You can truly make this any kind of day varying from a day hike, a trail run at sunset, or even an easy overnight backpacking trip for a quick getaway.