Near Lakes Basin Path
Leashed and well-behaved dogs are ok.
Near Lakes Basin Path
Trailhead sign to McCloud Lake
Near Lakes Basin Path
Mammoth Pass Trailhead sign
Near Lakes Basin Path
Beginning of the trail. Slight uphill.
Near Lakes Basin Path

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Lakes Basin Path

3.0 (2 Ratings)
Paved recreation path to the Lakes Basin from town
5.3
mi
Distance
1,013
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
LakeRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.31mi
Distance
1,013ft
Elevation Gain
57ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
8,980ft
High Point
8,024ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This 5.3-mile paved multi-use path connects the North Village to Horseshoe Lake and passes many popular Mammoth Lakes destinations, such as Twin Lakes Vista, Tamarack Lodge, Lake Mamie, and Horseshoe Lake, along the way. It may be accessed at many points along its length via the Lakes Basin Trolley. This trail is not maintained in winter, so it can be good for cross-country skiing.

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Contributors
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