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Eastern beach picnic walk
Walk from the parking area to the eastern beach and picnic tables. This is a simple way to enjoy the granite setting without committing to a longer hike.
- Activity
- Beach & picnic stop
- Distance / format
- Short walk from parking · no full-lake circuit required
- Effort / terrain
- Short, easy approach described by NPS
- Start here
- Tenaya Lake Picnic Area, beside Tioga Road
Good to know
Vehicle access depends on seasonal Tioga Road opening. Use the designated picnic area; this outing does not include overnight camping.
Details checked November 10, 2026 · Source & current notices ↗
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