Trail rises steeply for a spectacular view of Tuolumne Meadows and surrounding peaks
General Information
Length:
3.7 mi roundtrip
Elevation Gain:
620 feet
Pet Policy:
Pets NOT allowed on trails
Seasons:
Summer and Fall
Trailhead:
How to Get There
From Yosemite Valley El Portal Entrance (58 mi): Take El Portal Rd and Big Oak Flat Rd to Ireland Lake. Follow Tioga Rd/Tioga Pass Rd to Yosemite National Park Rd in Tuolumne County. Drive to Lembert Dome And Dog Lake Trailhead.
Overview
The trail rises steeply for 0.75 mile to a signed junction. Turn left to reach the top of Lembert Dome for a spectacular view of Tuolumne Meadows and surrounding peaks. To reach Dog Lake, continue straight at the junction. Allow four hours for a leisurely four mile (6.4 km) roundtrip visit to both Dog Lake and Lembert Dome.
This article uses material from nps.gov "Yosemite National Parks"
