Echo Lakes, Echo Lake: launch details
At 7,414 feet in El Dorado National Forest, gateway to Desolation Wilderness, with deep blue water framed by granite. Echo Chalet handles launching. The 4.5-mile round-trip across Lower and Upper Echo Lakes is a classic Sierra paddle. Invasive species inspection required.
- Water type
- Lake
- Region
- Sierra Nevada, California
- Fee
- $7 launch fee
- Conditions
- Lake launch. Not tide-sensitive.
- Dogs
- Dog friendly
- Rentals
- Board or kayak rentals available nearby
- Inspection
- Watercraft inspection required before launching
- Power boats
- Shared with power boats, expect wake