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Natural Monuments

Mariposa County

Tenaya Lake Beach

Natural Monuments

Mariposa County

Tenaya Lake Beach

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Tenaya Lake Beach

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Yosemite National Park

Location: Mariposa County, California, United States

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December 16, 2016

Hiking

Tenaya Lake one of the easiest accessible and most beautiful alpine lakes in Yosemite National Park, Located between Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Meadows there are very short trails from the …

October 29, 2018

Hiking

Stop at Tenaya Lake. Again, an incredibly beautiful area and aptly described by Traveler. The outflow of the lake is the Tenaya Creek, it flows through the Tenaya Canyon in the Yosemite Valley, here I could probably spend a whole week and enjoy the wild nature.

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October 27, 2024

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Nestled between giant granite domes and the clear skies of the Sierra Nevada, Tenaya Lake is the largest lake in Yosemite's frontcountry. Due to its remarkable scenic qualities, inviting blue waters, and proximity to Tioga Road, Tenaya Lake is one of the most popular destinations for summer visitors to Yosemite. It is very popular for picnicking, swimming, and canoeing. Tenaya Lake was named after Chief Tenaya, the last chief of the Yosemite Indians.

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Best routes near Tenaya Lake Beach

5.0

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#1.

Tenaya Lake and May Lake Loop

17.5km

05:18

470m

470m

Hike the difficult 10.9-mile Tenaya Lake and May Lake Loop in Yosemite, featuring alpine lakes, granite peaks, and panoramic views.

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4.9

(10)

89

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#2.

Tenaya Lake Beach – Tenaya Lake loop from Tenaya Lake

5.24km

01:22

40m

40m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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4.9

(10)

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#3.

Tenaya Lake – Tenaya Lake Beach loop from Tenaya Lake

4.91km

01:18

40m

40m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 2,460 m

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Location: Mariposa County, California, United States

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