🌤 Trail Weather — Plan Your Hike
Updated every 6 hrs · Trailhead coords
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Freezing Temps
Ice possible on shadowed sections. Traction devices and warm layers are essential.
💨 Wind
1 mph SE
Gusts to 9 mph
💧 Humidity
73%
Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi
Good visibility
☁️ Cloud Cover
1%
Clear — full sun exposure
🌅 Sunrise
6:36 am
Ideal start time
🌇 Sunset
4:46 pm
Off trail by this
Today — 3-Hour Intervals
1 pm
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29°
Feels 29°
💨 1/10
4 pm
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28°
Feels 28°
💨 1/10
7 pm
☁️
21°
Feels 17°
💨 4/13
10 pm
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19°
Feels 12°
💨 5/16
5-Day Forecast
💧 Humidity
72% Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
7% Clear — full sun exposure
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Acceptable — Check Elevation
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Sun, Nov 15
Broken Clouds
💧 Humidity
86% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
51% Mostly cloudy
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Warm & Humid — Extra Water
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Mon, Nov 16
Broken Clouds
💧 Humidity
92% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
54% Mostly cloudy
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Warm & Humid — Extra Water
💧 Humidity
97% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
2.6 mi — Reduced — marine layer possible
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Snow — Traction Devices Required
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Wed, Nov 18
Broken Clouds
💧 Humidity
79% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
64% Mostly cloudy
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Acceptable — Check Elevation
Trailhead elevation only. Conditions change at altitude. Check weather.gov before heading out.
Nov 14, 4:20 pm
One of the most underrated hikes on the 395 corridor. Aspen groves, beaver ponds, mining ruins, and three cascading waterfalls in a canyon that feels completely removed from the road. Fall color here rivals anything in California.
Trail Overview
Most people on Highway 395 drive past the Lundy Lake turnoff without stopping. That is a mistake. This canyon is extraordinary — remarkable aspen density, active beaver dam activity, and mining ruins add historical texture you do not find on most Sierra trails. Three waterfalls punctuate the climb. The parking lot is small and fills fast on fall color weekends in late September and October. No bathroom at the trailhead — plan accordingly.
This Hike Is For You If…
All ability levels in the lower canyon. Intermediate hikers for the full trail to upper waterfalls. Fall color visitors who want more than a roadside pull-off. Dog-friendly throughout.
Skip This Hike If…
Skip if you need facilities at the trailhead. The lot is tiny on peak fall color weekends.
What to Expect on Trail
Terrain: Good trail lower section. Rocky above first waterfall. Some scrambling near third fall.
Shade: Mostly Shaded
Water: Reliable Year-Round. Mill Creek runs alongside trail the entire way. Filter all water.
Views: Outstanding
Crowds: Moderate on fall color weekends. Quiet rest of season.
Dogs: Yes, dogs are welcome on this trail.
Best Arrival: Early morning any time of year. Fall weekends require a 7am arrival for parking.
This is a Tier 1 sourced review. Trail information is based on published sources and research. Andrew has not personally hiked this trail yet. Photos and firsthand sensory detail will be added when upgraded to Tier 2.
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5.3 miRound Trip
1000 ftElev. Gain
ModerateDifficulty
2.5-4 hoursEst. Time
9400 ftHighest Point
Out-and-BackRoute Type
YesDogs
NonePermit
Trailhead & Logistics
Address: Lundy Canyon Trailhead, Lundy Lake Road, Lee Vining, CA 93541
Parking: Dirt lot at end of Lundy Lake Road. Free. Limited spaces — arrive early on fall weekends for peak aspen color.
Bathroom: None
Cell Service: None
Best Arrival: Early morning any time of year. Fall weekends require a 7am arrival for parking.
Trail Reality Check
Most people on Highway 395 drive past the Lundy Lake turnoff without stopping. That is a mistake. This canyon is extraordinary — remarkable aspen density, active beaver dam activity, and mining ruins add historical texture you do not find on most Sierra trails. Three waterfalls punctuate the climb. The parking lot is small and fills fast on fall color weekends in late September and October. No bathroom at the trailhead — plan accordingly.
Terrain: Good trail lower section. Rocky above first waterfall. Some scrambling near third fall.
Shade: Mostly Shaded
Water: Reliable Year-Round — Mill Creek runs alongside trail the entire way. Filter all water.
Views: Outstanding
Crowds: Quiet — Moderate on fall color weekends. Quiet rest of season.
Who should do this: All ability levels in the lower canyon. Intermediate hikers for the full trail to upper waterfalls. Fall color visitors who want more than a roadside pull-off. Dog-friendly throughout.
Who should skip this: Skip if you need facilities at the trailhead. The lot is tiny on peak fall color weekends.
