Is Emerald Pools a hard hike?

Difficulty: It's easy to reach the lower pools, a little bit more difficult to the middle, and strenuous to the upper pool. Weather: The Emerald Pools trails can be hiked year-round. Summers are hot and so hiking is most pleasant during morning hours. Spring and fall are ideal times to hike.



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