Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near June Lake, California

This route climbs almost 800 feet and drops almost 200 feet over just over 4.5 miles, following the power line from North Shore Drive. The trail runs parallel to Highway 395 and offers views of the Eastern Sierras, including June Lake ski resort, Crater Mountain, and Mono Lake throughout the journey...
Learn more about FS 1S105

This 8-mile out-and-back trail climbs 1,074 feet in just under 4 miles, transitioning from open meadows to pine forest terrain. The track starts one vehicle wide, lined with brush in the meadows, then widens as you enter a pine forest. Various spur trails branch off to explore the area, with dispers...
Learn more about Reversed Peak - FS 1S31

Hartley Spur Trail is a fun, bi-directional route with a classic Mammoth-area character. The trail follows a generally flowing line through the pine forest, with steady elevation changes and few tight turns or switchbacks. Its width varies from narrow singletrack to broader, more open sections, crea...
Learn more about Hartley Spur Trail

This sandy and pumice trail is just over one and a half vehicles wide and winds through a beautiful pine forest. Starting at Highway 395 near an open meadow, it slowly climbs almost 800 feet and passes near lower Deadman Campground, upper Deadman Campground, and a group campground (some of which clo...
Learn more about Deadman Creek Road FS32E03-SNO

This trail runs around the Obsidian Dome, offering an opportunity to learn about the history of this unique geological formation. The route climbs 132 feet and drops almost 200 feet in just over 1.66 miles, providing immediate glimpses of the Obsidian Dome through the pine trees as you travel. Obsid...
Learn more about Obsidian Loop FS 2S79

This route begins on the west side of Highway 395, located two miles south of the June Lake Scenic Loop South entrance. The sandy and pumice trail winds through a large pine forest that has recently undergone forest trimming with planned fires to reduce the underbrush. The trail is part of the Hartl...
Learn more about Wilson Butte Loop FS 2S22

This 6.25-mile point-to-point trail, part of the June to Mammoth Loop, starts at Highway 395 and ends at Obsidian Loop (FS 2S79). The trail surface consists of pumice and sand, which is very dusty throughout the route, reducing visibility, especially when traveling with other vehicles. Drivers will ...
Learn more about Hartley Springs - FS 2S78

This wide, fine-dirt trail travels deeper into dense forest with scenic views of the surrounding hills and mountains. There is plenty of room for vehicles to pass, and the route is easy to navigate with no significant obstacles. Use caution at intersections with other popular and well-traveled trail...
Learn more about Timber Road - FS 1S39

This sand and pumice trail runs parallel to Highway 395 on the west side, going up and down some steep hills while following the power lines. The trail is part of the larger Crater Loop and offers some views of the Eastern Sierras, including Morrison, Mini Morrison, and Sherwin Mountain throughout t...
Learn more about FS 2S106

This route is 1 to 1.5 vehicle widths wide, winding through pine tree forest alongside the obsidian dome. The very dusty trail made of sand and pumice runs partially along shelf roads above Glass Creek, requiring caution in these elevated sections. Various dispersed camp areas are available along th...
Learn more about FS 2S11

This 9-mile out-and-back trail climbs over 700 feet toward the Pumice Mine. Access points include FS1S127, FS2S08, and FS1S122, with several spur trails to explore along the way. The trail travels through a mix of sparse forest and open meadows, offering expansive views of the Eastern Sierra mountai...
Learn more about Pumice Mine Road - FS 1S40

This fine-dirt trail transitions from an open section of forest into dense trees while traveling up and over several rolling hills. Ruts remain minor at only 2–3 inches deep, with no significant obstacles along the route. Camping is plentiful throughout, with numerous level, shaded campsites beneath...
Learn more about FS 1S120

This narrow, fine-dirt trail travels deeper into dense forest, with ruts reaching approximately 5 inches near the beginning. There is little room for vehicles to pass, although occasional pullouts are available. Around 0.8 miles, ruts increase to 8 inches deep, and the trail includes hill climbs ove...
Learn more about FS 2S115

This route starts on the west side of Highway 395, located 3.7 miles south of the Lake Scenic Loop South entrance, and leads toward Hartley Campground and the Obsidian Dome. The track is two vehicles wide and lined with tall pine trees, creating a scenic forest corridor. Various spur trails branch o...
Learn more about Obsidian Dome Road/Glass Flow Road - NF2S10

This 11.2-mile out-and-back trail climbs over 1,200 feet from Highway 395 to Bald Mountain Lookout, serving as an artery to many spur trails. Starting as a 2.5 vehicle-wide gravel road lined with tall pines and sagebrush, the seasonally graded surface still has washboards from heavy use. After the f...
Learn more about Bald Mountain - FS 32E604-SNO

This narrow, fine-dirt trail travels deeper into the forest toward Deadman Creek. Expect 6–8-inch ruts and rock ledges, tight sections between trees, and a 7-inch fallen tree that must be driven over around 0.7 miles. Around 1.4 miles, fallen trees reduce overhead clearance to approximately 7.5 feet...
Learn more about FS 3S102

This 2-mile, in-and-out trail leads to Obsidian Flat Group Campground and climbs 159 feet over just over a mile. The path is just over one vehicle wide and consists of dusty sand and pumice. Before reaching the hill toward the campground, there is a locked gate closing off the trail. Check with the ...
Learn more about FS 2S05F Obsidian Flat Group Campground

This well-maintained dirt and gravel trail travels through dense forest with plentiful camping throughout. The first 0.3 miles feature 4–5-inch ruts and numerous large, level, shaded campsites suitable for trailers and fifth wheels. Beyond 0.3 miles, the trail becomes slightly more challenging with ...
Learn more about FS 2S122

This narrow, fine-dirt trail climbs over the hillside through rock gardens with 5–8 inch rocks and 6–8 inch ruts. Fallen trees and heavy vegetation require careful maneuvering, with pinstriping highly likely. Around 0.3 miles, a level, shaded campsite accommodates up to two vehicles and has a large ...
Learn more about FS 27E102

Forest Service Road 2S114 is a 4-mile point-to-point trail that climbs almost 200 feet and drops nearly 300 feet. Starting near Pumice Mine Road (FS 1S40) just off FS 1S124, the trail begins in a large meadow with a gravel and sand surface lined with sagebrush. It is one vehicle wide and winds throu...
Learn more about FS 2S114

This route climbs almost 800 feet and drops almost 200 feet over just over 4.5 miles, following the power line from North Shore Drive. The trail runs parallel to Highway 395 and offers views of the Eastern Sierras, including June Lake ski resort, Crater Mountain, and Mono Lake throughout the journey...
Learn more about FS 1S105

This 8-mile out-and-back trail climbs 1,074 feet in just under 4 miles, transitioning from open meadows to pine forest terrain. The track starts one vehicle wide, lined with brush in the meadows, then widens as you enter a pine forest. Various spur trails branch off to explore the area, with dispers...
Learn more about Reversed Peak - FS 1S31

This sandy and pumice trail is just over one and a half vehicles wide and winds through a beautiful pine forest. Starting at Highway 395 near an open meadow, it slowly climbs almost 800 feet and passes near lower Deadman Campground, upper Deadman Campground, and a group campground (some of which clo...
Learn more about Deadman Creek Road FS32E03-SNO

This trail runs around the Obsidian Dome, offering an opportunity to learn about the history of this unique geological formation. The route climbs 132 feet and drops almost 200 feet in just over 1.66 miles, providing immediate glimpses of the Obsidian Dome through the pine trees as you travel. Obsid...
Learn more about Obsidian Loop FS 2S79

This route climbs almost 800 feet and drops almost 200 feet over just over 4.5 miles, following the power line from North Shore Drive. The trail runs parallel to Highway 395 and offers views of the Eastern Sierras, including June Lake ski resort, Crater Mountain, and Mono Lake throughout the journey...
Learn more about FS 1S105

This 8-mile out-and-back trail climbs 1,074 feet in just under 4 miles, transitioning from open meadows to pine forest terrain. The track starts one vehicle wide, lined with brush in the meadows, then widens as you enter a pine forest. Various spur trails branch off to explore the area, with dispers...
Learn more about Reversed Peak - FS 1S31

This sandy and pumice trail is just over one and a half vehicles wide and winds through a beautiful pine forest. Starting at Highway 395 near an open meadow, it slowly climbs almost 800 feet and passes near lower Deadman Campground, upper Deadman Campground, and a group campground (some of which clo...
Learn more about Deadman Creek Road FS32E03-SNO

This trail runs around the Obsidian Dome, offering an opportunity to learn about the history of this unique geological formation. The route climbs 132 feet and drops almost 200 feet in just over 1.66 miles, providing immediate glimpses of the Obsidian Dome through the pine trees as you travel. Obsid...
Learn more about Obsidian Loop FS 2S79