Trail Overview
This narrow, loose-dirt trail travels deeper into dense forest with ruts reaching approximately 6 inches near the beginning. Between 0.1 and 0.2 miles, conditions become significantly rougher with 14–16 inch ruts and sections reaching 10° off-camber. Beyond this section, the trail becomes considerably easier.
Camping is plentiful throughout the route, with numerous level, shaded, and private campsites surrounded by dense forest. There is little room for vehicles to pass, and the terrain is not trailer friendly. The loose dirt can become considerably more difficult when wet.
Difficulty
This trail is rated Level 3 because of the 14 to 16-inch ruts, 10-degree off-camber terrain, and a narrow trail between 0.1 and 0.2 miles. The remainder of the route is relatively easy when dry.
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.