We drove in from the Tioga pass and the lake is right off the side of the road. There is a parking lot and plenty of room to spread out. Of course this was the first week in October so may be crowded in summer. The water is crystal clear and the views are magnificent.

This is a hidden gem in Yosemite and well worth a visit. It was a day trip out for us as we were staying by the South Gate of the park in Oakhurst. It’s about a 4 hour drive from there. The lake was quiet, the trail around the lake was long enough, easy going being mainly flat and you can see beautiful views of the lake and distant scenery throughout the walk. No mosquitoes when we were there but other reviews indicate there is a definite season so research this before you head off. The water was cold but clear, refreshing and worth the walk. Take a towel and a picnic and spend the day. One of my favourite spots on earth.

A pretty lake surrounded by mountains and edged by a forest with beaches. The crystal clear waters looked invitingly cold when we visited as the mist rolled across them. This is supposed to be an amazing spot to take photos of the sunrise however it snowed instead for us!! A walk around the lake on a warmer day when you’re prepared looked very nice.

Most beautiful lake I've seen in a while. We were driving to the Tioga Pass and on our way to Death Valley. We spotted this lake and were so glad we found a pull off to take a closer look. Simply stunning