Top 7 Hiking Trails in Mammoth Lakes, California (CA)

December 31, 2021 Concepcion Newsome

High in the Eastern Sierra of California is the growing ski resort town of Mammoth Lakes, surrounded by alpine beauty and majesty. Powdered peaks of the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area and surrounding wilderness draw skiers, snowboarders, snowmobilers and ice skaters every winter. Summers are quieter and less crowded, but vacationers in search of the path less traveled will find secluded biking and hiking trails, rushing rivers, icy mountain lakes, green golf courses and breathtaking scenery.
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1. Mammoth Crest Trail

Mammoth Lakes, CA http://www.mammothtrails.org/trail/12/mammoth-crest-trail/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Mammoth Crest Trail

Reviewed By Seethesunrise - Visalia, United States

From the Lake George trailhead it is a steep 2 mile climb up to Mammoth Crest for fabulous views and a stunning red volcanic rock landscape. One of my favorite hikes for sure. The first mile is shared with the trail to Crystal Lake which is a very popular hike. Then there is a clear split off to the right for the trail to continue on to Mammoth Crest. When you part with the Crystal Lake trail you leave the crowd behind and the hike becomes nearly your own. At the top of the crest there are a few off shooting paths that offer you a 360 degree view past the Minarets and to the White Mountains.

2. Valentine Lake Trail

Sherwin Freek Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA https://www.mammothtrails.org/trail/41/valentine-lake-trail/
Excellent
75%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Valentine Lake Trail

3. Crystal Lake trail

Mammoth Lakes, CA http://discovermammoth.com/hiking-mammoth-lakes/crystal-lake-mammoth-lakes-basin-california/
Excellent
68%
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4.5 based on 94 reviews

Crystal Lake trail

Reviewed By JenKenTravels - Long Beach, United States

We loved hiking the Crystal Lake trail. I recommend tackling this hike early in the morning to get a good parking space and to to get wonderful views of Lake George and Lake Mary without too many people around. It's a bit strenuous because it's mostly uphill (although, it could be because I'm out of shape!). Bring a snack to enjoy once you get up to Crystal Lake. Also, we encountered tons of mosquitos around Crystal Lake, so you might want to bring a long sleeve shirt to prevent mosquito bites. Take your time and enjoy the sights along the way. If you're in Mammoth and looking for a beautiful hike, I highly suggest this one!

4. Panorama Dome Trail

Lake Mary Road Near Twin Lakes Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Excellent
50%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Panorama Dome Trail

Reviewed By Seethesunrise - Visalia, United States

We did this as a late evening hike to #1 Find the geocache located on the dome, #2 Watch the moon, planets and stars come out under an unobstructed view and #3 For our kids to experience a night hike. The dome is very windy, just know that will be the case.

5. Twin Lakes Trails

Twin Lakes Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Excellent
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Twin Lakes Trails

6. Earthquake Fault

Minaret Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 +1 760-873-2400 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/inyo/recarea/?recid=20416
Excellent
56%
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Earthquake Fault

Reviewed By HikenFishGirl

If you have not seen it, you must go at least one time. We visit Mammoth annually in the summer and very frequently experience small to medium earthquakes. This fault shows you what can happen when there is a "big one!"

7. Lookout Mountain Summit

Lookout Mountain Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
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2.0 based on 1 reviews

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