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Donner Ridge Peak – Glacier Way Trailhead loop from Glacier Way Parking

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Donner Ridge Peak – Glacier Way Trailhead loop from Glacier Way Parking

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Donner Ridge Peak – Glacier Way Trailhead loop from Glacier Way Parking

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3.29km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

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Parking

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521 m

Glacier Way Trail & Bergschrund Trail (junction)

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Bergschrund Trail drops south-east off Glacier Way, heading down to Powerline Trail. Further down is the Freeway I-80, but not really a good way to cross except further west at …

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1.79 km

Donner Ridge Peak

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One of the peaks on the rim ranging around Donner Lake. Continuing on to the next high point on Donner Ridge a trail west can be taken down to Negro …

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3.25 km

Glacier Way Trailhead

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Donner Ridge has several summits, ranging on the crest around Donner Lake. Glacier Way is an easily accessible trailhead next to Alpine Meadows Resort. Continuing on to the next high …

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3.29 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.85 km

409 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.71 km

1.52 km

< 100 m

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