Trail Overview
This wide, fine-dirt trail begins directly off the paved road and travels through a scenic forest north of Mammoth Lakes. Expect minor 6–8-inch ruts, with enough room for vehicles to pass. Around 0.3 miles, a large, level campsite accommodates up to eight vehicles with full shade from the surrounding trees. Around 0.6 miles, a 14-inch wash crosses the road and may create clearance issues for trailers. Some sections also have low-hanging branches with approximately 8 feet of overhead clearance. Trailers can easily access the campsites before the wash, but continuing beyond 0.6 miles may be difficult.
Difficulty
This trail is rated Level 3 because of the 14-inch wash, 6–8-inch ruts, and sections with only 8 feet of overhead clearance. The route is relatively easy before the wash, with trailers best suited for the first 0.6 miles.
History
Inyo National Forest was established in 1907 and today protects a vast section of the Eastern Sierra surrounding Mammoth Lakes. The area has a long history of Native American use, mining, ranching, and recreation, while its dramatic landscape was shaped by volcanic activity, glaciers, and the uplift of the Sierra Nevada.
