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California
0.6 mi
Distance
95 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Inyo National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Sotcher Lake-Mammoth Pass
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This short and scenic trail connects Sotcher Lake to Mammoth Pass, offering a quick alpine escape with minimal elevation gain. The route traverses gentle terrain through high-elevation meadows and passes, providing excellent views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada peaks. Perfect for hikers seeking a brief outing in the Mammoth Lakes region without committing to a longer backcountry adventure.
Sotcher Lake to Red's Meadow
~1 min drive
Easy connector walk from Sotcher Lake to Red's Meadow.
Summit Meadow
~2 min drive
Moderate 8-mile alpine meadow hike with 1,758 ft elevation gain.
Fish Creek
~3 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through riparian habitat with minimal elevation gain.
Sotcher Lake Vis Loop
~1 min drive
Easy scenic loop around Sotcher Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Lion Point
~6 min drive
Accessible 5.92-mile summit hike with 282 ft elevation gain and panoramic views.
Starkweather
~4 min drive
Nearly 5-mile trail with 579 ft gain near Starkweather, California.
Mammoth Pass - Red's Meadow
~1 min drive
Quick alpine connector between Mammoth Pass and Red's Meadow.
Minaret Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile creek-side climb with 1,371 ft elevation gain.
Horseshoe Lake Loop
~5 min drive
Easy 3.3-mile loop around scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Devil's Postpile Boundary Trai
~1 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile walk exploring volcanic terrain near Devil's Postpile.
