Lake Yosemite Loop is a 3.5 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Merced, California that features beautiful wild flowers. The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and fishing.
kid friendly
fishing
hiking
nature trips
paddle sports
walking
lake
views
wild flowers
wildlife
no shade
no dogs
From the Old Lake Road parking lot, walk across the dam, up into the Lake Yosemite recreation area. This is along the backside of U.C. Merced. It is a fairly flat walk along dirt and paved paths and roads.
Nice easy hike on a Sunday!
This is a nice little walk, to get out, see some wildlife, the U.C., and wildflowers in the right season. No dogs are suppose to be in the Lake Yosemite Recreaction area, but you can have them in the starting parking lot area, as well as up on the dam. Winter, the Recreation area is pretty empty, and you don't have to be concerned about cars on the road. Summer you need to be more attentive.