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The Loch Leven begins at Placer County Road Pla-9140-2 and ends at High Loch Leven Lake.
At the south end of lower Loch Leven, a trail junction continues left to middle and high Lochs, or right to Salmon Lake.
Fishing is generally good, and camping is dispersed throughout the basin. Campfire permits are required for campfires, backpacking stoves, BBQs, and lanterns.
The trail begins one-eighth mile east of the Big Bend Fire Station on old U.S. 40 (Big Bend exit off I-80). A restroom is available at the trailhead. The trail begins across the road from the parking area.
Trail Length:
1.1 miles to railroad tracks
2.5 miles to 1st lake Salmon Lake trail
2.8 miles to 2nd lake
3 miles to Cherry Point trail
3.6 miles to Upper Loch Leven
Had a blast backpacking overnight! Good times indeed!!!!!
Very quiet and peaceful lakes. We spent a whole day there and enjoyed the weather.
This is a personal favorite when it comes to trails. I've done this hike in the snow and in the middle of summer, and have yet to be disappointed. The hike is moderate yet the view is phenomenal!
