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Merced Lake can be found on the Merced Peak USGS quad topo map. Merced Lake is a lake in Mariposa County in the state of California. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this lake are 37.7380, -119.4129 and the altitude is 7208 feet (2197 meters). Anyone interested in fishing Merced Lake should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished Merced Lake are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Lake
Latitude: 37.7380
Longitude: -119.4129
Elevation: 7208 ft (2197 m)
Locator Map - Merced Lake
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Local Weather
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Tuesday:
High: --°F - Low: 32°F
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Mostly clear. Lows 30 to 40 at 5000 feet...29 to 39 at 8000 feet.
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Wednesday:
High: 57°F - Low: 33°F
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Sunny. Highs 53 to 63 at 5000 feet...49 to 59 at 8000 feet.
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Thursday:
High: 56°F - Low: 31°F
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Mostly sunny. Highs 51 to 61 at 5000 feet...45 to 55 at 8000 feet.
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Friday:
High: 57°F - Low: 33°F
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Mostly clear. Highs 53 to 63 at 5000 feet...49 to 57 at 8000 feet. Lows 31 to 41 at 5000 feet... 22 to 32 at 8000 feet.
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Saturday:
High: 59°F - Low: 32°F
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Partly cloudy. Highs 46 to 56 at 5000 feet...40 to 50 at 8000 feet. Lows 30 to 40 at 5000 feet... 23 to 33 at 8000 feet.
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Sunday:
High: 58°F - Low: 33°F
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Partly cloudy. Highs 46 to 56 at 5000 feet...40 to 50 at 8000 feet. Lows 30 to 40 at 5000 feet... 23 to 33 at 8000 feet.
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Monday:
High: 57°F - Low: 37°F
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Mostly sunny. Not as cool. Highs 52 to 62 at 5000 feet...47 to 57 at 8000 feet.
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Nearby Trails
Merced Lake High Sierra Camp (Distance: 0.1 mi)
Merced Lake is the site of the largest of the High Sierra Camps and the farthest from any trailhead. The hike up the Giant Staircase along the Merced River allows you to experience the river in its ma...
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From the guidebook "Hiking Yosemite National Park"
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Merced, CA - Hiking - length:26.8 mi
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Merced Lake Waterfalls (Distance: 1.5 mi)
The Merced Lake area contains many long crisscrossing backpacking trails. Much of the national park is inaccessible by car, since building roads would harm the environment and the natural beauty of th...
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From the guidebook "Waterfall Lover's Guide: Northern California"
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Yosemite Valley, CA - Hiking - length:37 mi
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Merced River High Trail (Distance: 2.8 mi)
This extended backpack route is one of Yosemite’s best-kept secrets. There is lots of trail traffic between Yosemite Valley and Merced Lake, but not much beyond. A few hikers go on to Red Peak Fork, t...
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From the guidebook "Hiking Yosemite National Park"
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Merced, CA - Hiking - length:51.5 mi
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Merced Lake Trail (Distance: 2.9 mi)
Best done in three days with overnight stops at Little Yosemite Valley and Merced Lake, this hike is often done in two by energetic weekend hikers. Its route, up a fantastic river canyon, is one of th...
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From the guidebook "Top Trails Yosemite"
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El Portal, CA - Hiking - length:28.4 mi
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Clouds Rest Trail (Distance: 4.4 mi)
Although Clouds Rest is higher than Half Dome, it is easier and safer to climb, and it provides far better views of the park than does popular, often overcrowded Half Dome. Except for its last 300 yar...
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From the guidebook "Top Trails Yosemite"
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El Portal, CA - Hiking - length:14 mi
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Nearby Hotels
The Ahwahnee (Distance: 9 mi)
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...
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1 Ahwahnee Road
Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Price from: $413.00
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The Ahwahnee (Distance: 9 mi)
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...
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1 Ahwahnee Road
Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Price from: $436.50
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Ahwahnee Hotel (Distance: 13 mi)
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 fatade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone heart...
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1 Ahwahnee Road
Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Price from: $199.00
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Curry Village (Distance: 13 mi)
The largest lodging facility in Yosemite Valley, Curry Village offers a motel, cabins with and without private bathrooms, and canvas tent cabins without plumbing. Although Curry Village is the largest...
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9010 Curry Village Drive
Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Price from: $39.00
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Housekeeping Camp (Distance: 13 mi)
Housekeeping Camp is located along a section of the Merced River in the center of Yosemite Valley. This is the ideal location for those who like to camp outdoors without the bother of setting up a ten...
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9005 Southside Drive
Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Price from: $76.00
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