Deadman Pass

Total Miles
2.5

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Summer

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Photos of Deadman Pass

Deadman Pass
Deadman Pass

Difficulty

Easy: Steep in a few places and one short stretch is a bit rocky. Snow sometimes lingers well into July. Compacted volcanic pumice can be dusty. Suitable for any stock 4x4 SUV.

Technical Rating

3

Deadman Pass can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

Take Highway 203 west into Mammoth Lakes from Highway 395. About 1.3 miles after the wellmarked visitor center, follow 203 right uphill towards Mammoth Ski Area. Continue west about 5 more miles. Turn right on a paved road just before Minaret Vista Entry Station. Go north 200 feet to dirt road on right just after a dirt pullover area.

Deadman Pass Map

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