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California
0.6 mi
Distance
94 ft
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What we do know
Inside Inyo National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Sotcher Lake Vis Loop
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The Sotcher Lake Vis Loop is a short, scenic walk perfect for families and casual hikers seeking a quick outdoor escape. This easy loop circles a picturesque alpine lake with gentle terrain and minimal elevation change, offering peaceful views of the surrounding forest and water. Ideal for a leisurely morning hike or as a warm-up before tackling longer trails in the area.
Sotcher Lake-Mammoth Pass
~1 min drive
Easy alpine connector between Sotcher Lake and Mammoth Pass.
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 to Red's Meadow
~1 min drive
Easy connector walk from Sotcher Lake to Red's Meadow.
Lion Point
~5 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.
Devil's Postpile Boundary Trai
~1 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile walk exploring volcanic terrain near Devil's Postpile.
Minaret Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile creek-side climb with 1,371 ft elevation gain.
Emily Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Mammoth Pass - Red's Meadow
~2 min drive
Quick alpine connector between Mammoth Pass and Red's Meadow.
