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    Do stop by Siesta Lake while you're in this part of California. This lake is so wonderful. Why not take a refreshing hike along the Hetch Hetchy Trail, and dnc -- Wawona Hotel is a great location to get some rest. The high level of rainfall makes Siesta Lake a reasonably wet site; January is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month of the year is July. Siesta Lake is one of the lakes here in the Central Sierra Nevada.
Throughout the warm days
 
   of summer highs here at Siesta Lake get into the 80's while nighttime lows are usually in the 50's. For the period of the winter highs are in the 40's; nighttime lows at Siesta Lake during the winter usually descend into the 20's. That right there is a heap of enjoyable stuff already but it goes on, the Central Sierra Nevada has it all. Stay the night at Smoky Jack Campground, and if you get bored of Siesta Lake you could also explore close by Lukens Lake.
 
               You'll in fact wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the cool things in the Central Sierra Nevada. Take a hike on the El Capitan Trail, and Harden Lake is a nearby lake that you could have a look at. Do set aside some time for McSwain Meadows since you're here at Siesta Lake, and if you have time to spare, Yosemite National Park is a national park worth stopping at. This lake is so wonderful. Have a good hiking adventure along the Eagle Peak Trail, and whitewater paddling is not for everybody but if it's for you then, we recommend Tuolumne River.
Whohoo, so many cool things in one place! Siesta Lake is unbeatable! Head up to Badger Pass and strap some skis to your feet, and there are some tremendous whitewater spots on Yosemite Creek. If you need a place to stay The Ahwahnee is a delightful choice. There's so much to do here at Siesta Lake that you need to camp here for a while, Porcupine Flat Campground is a splendid place for that.

 
The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park
8 miles away
As a National Historical Landmark and one of the most distinctive resort hotels in North America, The Ahwahnee is well known for its great granite facade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone heart...

dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
10 miles away
Wawona is one of the oldest mountain resort hotels in California and a National Historic Landmark. Its verdant meadows, rushing streams, and tranquility make this a favorite of those who prefer a rela...

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Local climate location: CHERRY VALLEY DAM 16 miles away


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  Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.85056
Longitude: -119.66

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These outdoors activities are available near Siesta Lake.
 Hotels Near Siesta Lake:
The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park, 8 miles away
dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park, 10 miles away
Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park, 10 miles away
Ahwahnee Hotel, Yosemite National Park, 10 miles away
Curry Village, Yosemite National Park, 10 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Siesta Lake:
Smoky Jack Campground, Tuolumne County, 4 miles away
Porcupine Flat Campground, Mariposa County, 7 miles away
Tamarack Flat Campground, Mariposa County, 7 miles away
Lower River Campground, Mariposa County, 8 miles away
 Hiking Trails Near Siesta Lake:
Hetch Hetchy Trail, Mariposa County, 5 miles away
      7.7 hiking miles, 3804 feet elevation difference
El Capitan Trail, Mariposa County, 6 miles away
      14.7 hiking miles, 4758 feet elevation difference
Eagle Peak Trail, Mariposa County, 6 miles away
       9.4 hiking miles, 3939 feet elevation difference
 Ski Areas Near Siesta Lake:
Badger Pass, California, 10 miles away
      800 vertical feet
Dodge Ridge, California, 27 miles away
      1600 vertical feet
 Whitewater Near Siesta Lake:
Yosemite Creek, Mariposa CountyCounty, 6 miles away
      Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls)
Tuolumne River, Tuolumne CountyCounty, 7 miles away
      Class IV-V+ - 32 miles long (Tioga Road Bridge to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir)
Merced River, Mariposa CountyCounty, 9 miles away
      Class V - 4.8 miles long (Routes 120-140 Junction to Arch Rock Entrance Station)
 National Parks Near Siesta Lake:
Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park - CA, 15 miles away
Devils Postpile National Monument, Mammoth Lakes - CA, 66 miles away
 Lakes Near Siesta Lake:
Harden Lake, Tuolumne CountyCounty, 3 miles away
Lukens Lake, Tuolumne CountyCounty, 3 miles away

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Badger Pass
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Indian Flat RV Park
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Tenaya Lake Campground
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John Muir Trail - section 1
13 miles away
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Tenaya Lake
13 miles away
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Tenaya Lake: This was taken on July 17th. We could still see tiny patches of snow up on the mountain....

Yosemite Lakes
15 miles away
Yosemite Lakes was an awesome place to stay. we had a large group of various ages and all had a good time. the campground and the nearby town of groveland offer many activities....

Hite Cove Trail
17 miles away
This is a wonderful place to hike and enjoy the most amazing wildflowers in the Yosemite area. It follows the South Fork of the Merced with sweeping views of the river gorge. The trail also drops down to the river itself. A little bit hard but not difficult. Bring the camera!...

Dorothy Lake
18 miles away
To get to Dorothy Lake in the north part of Yosemite is a HIKE… Would take a good long day to get there, if I started before sunrise and Leavitt trail head on Sonora Pass (108)....

Cherry Lake
18 miles away
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High Emigrant Lake
19 miles away
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High Emigrant Lake and the surrounding area is the most beautiful place I believe I have ever visited. I went in late July and there were still snow patches on the mountains. I swam in the lake and it was FREEZING, but refreshing as we stopped by the lake on day 3 out of 7 on our backpacking trip. It is difficult to get to this lake, but it is worth it. I will go back one day. I would live there if I could. The surrounding lakes are nice too. Its a very calming atmosphere on a nice day and there are basically no mosquitoes which is a BIG plus! It is a beautiful place. Go there!...

Summerdale Campground
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This is the perfect place to live. Mac and Nancy Mc Coy are the best camp hostes that I have meet since I been coming up here for the last 15 years. Got my daughter hooked on it also....

Givens Lake
19 miles away
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Dodge Ridge
27 miles away
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