Trail Overview
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 6–8 inch ruts and sections reaching 8° off-camber. Trailers and fifth wheels are best kept to the first section, while the entire route remains van-friendly. Camping continues throughout the trail with plenty of level, shaded options.
Difficulty
This trail is rated Level 2 because of the 6–8-inch ruts and sections reaching 8° off-camber beyond the first 0.3 miles. The beginning is very easy and trailer-friendly, while the later sections may be more difficult for larger trailers.
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 volcanic activity, glaciers, and the uplift of the Sierra Nevada shaped its dramatic landscape.