Mammoth Lakes Fall Retreat

Hike Hosts: Sonya M. & Martin O.

Mammoth Lakes is in a volcanic area in the Eastern Sierra that offers multiple lakes, natural hot springs, hiking through the dramatic High Sierra and the Devil’s Postpile National Monument which protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot high Rainbow Falls, and pristine mountain scenery.

The Hike

Fall Retreat, September 12-15, 2024

Thursday: McLeod Lake
Level 1 Easy- Miles: 1.8- El: 350’

Friday: Devil’s Postpile/Rainbow Falls.  The formation is a rare sight in the geologic world and ranks as one of the world’s finest examples of columnar basalt.
Level: 2 Moderate- Miles: 3.5 – El: 380’

Saturday: Little Lakes Valley Trail to Gem Lakes
Level 3 Challenging – Miles 8 – El: 940’

Getting There

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Take hwy 580/205 east to hwy 120 east to either 120east Tioga Pass (entrance fee through Yosemite) or hwy 108 east Sonora Pass to hwy395 south to exit 263 for CA-203W. follow 203W into Mammoth Lakes then turn right on Sawmill Cutoff, turn right onto Shady Rest Campground then left onto Pine Glen Campground. Stay right to arrive at the group camp. 6 hour drive time.

Know Before you go

Camping fee $30 – shuttle to Devil’s Postpile add $15, TOTAL $45. Dogs are welcome. Dogs need a muzzle to ride on the shuttle to the Friday hike at Devil’s Postpile.
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Along our hikes and near camp are beautiful alpine lakes that are great for swimming, fishing, kayaking or just hanging out. We are camping in the Pine Glen Group Campground. Contact Sonya M. at (408) 455-6633 to reserve a spot.