Minaret Lake Trail
A premium long-distance trek from Devils Postpile into the Ansel Adams Wilderness, following Minaret Creek to a crystal lake perched beneath the iconic jagged black spires of the Minaret Range.
○ TIER 1 — SOURCED & RESEARCHED
13.3 miRound Trip
2,100 ftElev. Gain
StrenuousDifficulty
7-9 hoursEst. Time
9,795 ftHighest Point
Out-and-BackRoute Type
YesDogs
RequiredPermit
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Ediza and Iceberg Lakes Trail
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Cathedral Lakes Trail
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McGee Creek Trail to Steelhead Lake
A dynamic trail that transforms mile by mile — from sun-drenched wildflower canyons along a rushing trout stream into a high granite amphitheater. Multi-colored canyon walls are the visual anchor.
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Crystal Lake Trail
Short but steep — this trail climbs directly up the face of the Mammoth Crest under Crystal Crag, delivering sweeping panoramic views of the entire Mammoth Lakes Basin for a fraction of the effort of longer hikes.
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