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Mammoth Lakes CA Hikes + Guides
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items Mammoth Lakes in California has the most beautiful hiking trails. Discover Ansel Adams Wilderness and John Muir Wilderness. Hiking in the Eastern Sierra Mountains of California is my personal favorite and there are so many hidden beautiful and vibran...
Duck Pass to Duck Lake is a popular hike in Mammoth Lakes you cannot miss. You can day hike this trail or backpack and camp at Barney Lake.
Backpacking Duck Pass Trail to Duck Lake in Mammoth Lakes
The hike to Rainbow Falls in Mammoth Lakes CA is an easy one for visitors of all levels. There’s a shuttle in the summer that drops you off at a close trailhead and it’s a short walk to this stunning waterfall you cannot miss.
Rainbow Falls Trail from Devils Postpile in Mammoth Lakes
Devils Postpile National Monument in Mammoth Lakes, CA is a unique geological formation of towering basalt columns. You won’t find anything else like this in the area! Easy summer hike for all visitors
Devils Postpile National Monument: Everything You Need to Know
Little Lakes Valley trail in Rock Creek Canyon is one of the best beginner-friendly hikes in the Eastern Sierra Mountains. Hike to 6+ lakes including the emerald Gem Lakes and if you’re feeling adventurous to explore off the beaten path, head further...
Little Lakes Valley Trail to Gem Lakes & Treasure Lakes
Most people don’t know that Mammoth Mountain was a volcano and there’s actually a crater right in town that’s less than half a mile to see.
Inyo Craters Trail: Easy Hike in Mammoth Lakes, California
Like colorful mountains? Mount Baldwin is one you cannot miss. Several miles behind the famous Convict Lake, this is one of my favorite hikes near Mammoth Lakes. You even hike right by an abandoned crystal mine.
Climb Mount Baldwin 12,624 ft in the Eastern Sierra
The Minarets are an iconic view you cannot miss see from the town of Mammoth Lakes but hiking up to Minaret and Cecil Lake offer an intimate view. If you’re up for a big challenge, hike this entire loop in a weekend.
Backpacking Minaret Lake Loop from Ediza Lake to Devils Postpile
Thousand Island Lake in Ansel Adams Wilderness is another popular hike and with good reason. Highly recommend this as a backpacking trip in the summer.
Backpacking Thousand Island Lake Loop Ansel Adams Wilderness
Convict Lake is located 15 mins outside the town of Mammoth Lakes and it’s a beautiful alpine lake you can drive right up to. Theres also a short hike around the lake if you want to stretch your legs.
Convict Lake Loop: Easy Day Hike Near Mammoth Lakes
June Lake is located another 15 mins north or Mammoth Lakes in California. The hike to Parker Lake is an easy and underrated hike people need to know about.
Short Hike to Parker Lake, a Turquoise Lake near Mammoth
Deer Lakes may be one of the best kept secrets for colorful alpine lake hikes in Mammoth Lakes. It’s so secluded, yet accessible for a full day hike, that you’ll probably have it to yourself.
Hike Mammoth Crest to Deer Lakes and Duck Lake
Hot Creek CA is an iconic and easy must-see on your next Mammoth Lakes road trip—just off Hwy 395! See steaming hot springs with stunning Eastern Sierra views.
Hot Creek Geologic Site: How to Visit Mono County's Hidden Gem
Camping in Mammoth Lakes, CA? This guide will help you find the best sites from standard car camping in your tent to RV sites to free camping
Best Mammoth Lakes Camping Guide
There are numerous natural hot springs around Mammoth Lakes CA
Hot Spring near Mammoth Lakes
The hike to Lamarck Lake in Bishop is slightly further form Mammoth Lakes (40-60 mins) but it's a less trafficked hike that offers a great workout and beautiful alpine views
Lamarck Lake Hike in Bishop - Hike Guides - Follow Tiff's Journey | Hiking and Backpacking Adventures from California to Colorado
Big Pine Lakes is not in Mammoth Lakes but if you are traveling from out of town, this is the ultimate hike in the Eastern Sierra Nevada you cannot miss.
Ultimate Guide to Big Pine Lakes Hike and Camp