Distance
3.5 mi to summit
7.4 mi total
Elevation
6,844 ft start
8,210 ft max
Vertical
1,218 ft gain
Time
2 hr 0 min to summit
3 hr 47 min total
Leave early to avoid the crowds. We started the hike at 7:45am. Saw 2 people while hiking up. On the hike down, we saw 173 people. Last 1/2 mile or so is steep! Beautiful views of the lake.