Mazourka Canyon

Wonderful views of Owens Valley and the Sierra Nevada on this fun, lightly used trail.

Total Miles
38.0

Elevation

2892.96 ft

Duration

6 Hours

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall

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Trail Overview

Difficulty

Moderate: Southern half of route is maintained gravel road suitable for passenger cars. Northern half is hilly with several steep, narrow, rocky spots. Suitable for stock, 4x4, high-clearance SUVs. Optional side trip to Betty Jumbo Mine is very narrow and tight at the end. Rock slides possible.

Technical Rating

5

Access Description

From Highway 395 on south side of Independence, take paved Mazourka Canyon Road east.

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