Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Hikers typically start near the day use and beach area, where paths are paved and there are more amenities.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
A few scenic benches and interpretive signs lie along the western shore of Pinecrest Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Leaving the more crowded day use areas, the trail becomes scenic single track hugging the lake's shore.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Pinecrest is a popular spot for fishing, as evidenced by those casting their lines from the boulder shores.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
It takes awhile, but eventually the vacation homes are left behind the trail heads into the forests.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Views from Pinecrest Lake's eastern shore.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
The dock Sunrise Point on the lake's eastern shore is a popular boat stop, as well as trail fork to Cleo's Bath.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Bridge crossing the south fork of the Stanislaus River.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
The landscape at the lake's eastern side feels a lot more wild than the parking areas and crowded beaches of the lake's western shore.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
When the path begins traversing the granite, markers will help hikers follow the correct course.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
A rocky climb along the cliffs before crossing the dam.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Hikers will head right across the top of the dam to reconnect with the trail on the opposite side.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
The sandy hiking path near the day use beaches.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/17/2022
Picnic benches and fire pits greeting hikers on their return to the trailhead.