See detail map above see detail map above see detail map above visitor center visitor center lake. Explore the eastern sierra and the john muir trail on this 4day backpacking trip. Camping is limited to the national forest side of the boundary. Backpacking parker pass, yosemiteansel adams wilderness, inyo national forest. The amtrak system due to space limitations, not all stops are shown. Ideally situated just 5 miles from the west gate of the park entrance, this 400acre preserve is a wonderland of activity during the summer.
Do you know much about the section of trail heading east from the ten lakes basin, past. Today, sequoia national park covers 630 square miles. Jean and i parked at the long lakes trailhead, where the lot was almost full with about a dozen cars. Aug 07, 2016 some of the guys from my church went on a backpacking trip out to the 20 lakes basin in yosemite. Sequoia national park was established in 1890 and only yellowstone has been a national park longer. Return to i90 and activate cruise control, admiring the corn and the corn palace and. Use of regressionbased models to map sensitivity of. Fishing can be good in the lakes, although the first lake is reported to have fewer and less hungry trout. Emerald basin hike yoho national park 10adventures.
Top 10 things to do in yosemite national park my yosemite park. From us 395 in bridgeport, take twin lakes road for 10 miles to south twin lake road. Ten lakes pass with stupendous panoramic views of much of yosemite. We hope to make it as far as mammoth lakes the first night. Cathedral lakes hike yosemite national park 10adventures. Ten lakes backpacking weekend in yosemite national park 889 backpack to ten lakes and spend the weekend exploring the yosemite wilderness. In the morning, should we see anything in mammoth lakes before we head out to yosemite. Best section hikes on the john muir trail bearfoot theory. Lakes lost grove dorst creek 6720ft 2048m montecito 1 sequoia lodge big baldy 8209ft 2502m. Yosemite lakes public rv camping is an authentic american rv campground located just outside of californias beautiful yosemite national park. Facing west, there are two trailheads from the parking area one heading to the right toward silver and long lake, and one toward the left toward cub lake. Public transit bus service to yosemite, california, providing regional service connecting yosemite to merced, fresno, sonora, and mammoth lakes and within the national park. The trail courses 186 miles 299 km from meeks bay at lake tahoe to tuolumne meadows in yosemite national park.
Assessing possible visitoruse impacts on water quality in. Is the tom harrison kearsarge pass map probably my best bet for this trip. Moderate, not easy there was a good amount of people there, but plenty of campsites. Reservations can be made online on reserve america or by calling 18774446777. Hiking to cathedral lakes is an amazing experience for the whole family while in yosemite.
Yosemite national park, in californias sierra nevada mountains, is the most visited of all the national parks. The tahoeyosemite trail tyt is a longdistance trail in the sierra nevada mountain range of california. A study was conducted during 20042007 to assess patterns in nutrient and escherichia coli e. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is bowman which is approximately 6 miles away and has an elevation of 5,383 feet 1,579 feet lower than five lakes basin.
Visiting yosemite wilderness on foot visiting yosemite national park by road free wilderness permits are required yearround for all overnight trips into yosemite wilderness. Among freshwater lakes entirely contained within the state, the largest by area is clear lake, which covers 68 square miles 180 km 2. Ten lakes the trailhead is 32 kms outside the valley on hwy 120 going east tioga rd. First time into the southern sierra, most of my previous trips have been between tahoe and yosemite. Valley shuttle valley visitor center shuttle system. Aramark is an authorized concessioner of the national park service and is the. Beginning at the ten lakes trailhead, the trail to the lakes is a moderately strenuous uphill grind to ten. Tourists, visitors and campers fill the main valley all year long, with the crowds peeking in mid summer. Hiking with sally on the 20 lakes basin loop sierra news online. Easily attainable high sierra views and lakes for swimming after a hike up the pass. Yosemite valley visitor center wawona information station summer only mono basin scenic area.
We were going to do a loop, so we had our pick of the two. Home things to do hiking hiking with sally on the 20 lakes basin loop. Detour north to the land of 10,000 lakes aka minnesota for a stop in friendly, arty minneapolis, followed by a visit to its quieter historic twin, st paul, across the river. Aug 26, 20 sierra news online news from the communities in and around yosemite national park. Shows lakes, trails, camping spots, and other facilities and services. Lakes v i s t a r e e k f t e i r creek c a c r e e k s u n i s e k r c r k d a n a r v lakes d k for w i s lake c e k e c h o a e c i e ek. The last night we were there, a group of boysscouts arrived.
But from half moon meadow to the pass is about 34 mile of straight up. Well leave behind the crowds of yosemite valley as we hike 12 miles round trip to the alpine wonderland that is ten lakes. Even though the majority of your trip will be within yosemite national park, get your permit from the land agency the trailhead is located in. Yosemite ten lakes basin 4 days 3 nights trip hike length. Pacific crest national scenic trail route selection pdf. Your presence here indicates an interest in knowing where youre going, a trait that gives you a survival edge over many yosemite visitors. Backpack 10 lakes basin in yosemite, ten lakes trailhead. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from march until october. The mono basin national forest scenic area visitor center, located just north of town, features an excellent view of mono lake, interpretive displays. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station.
The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is mer which is approximately 8 miles away and has an elevation of 153 feet 103 feet lower than yosemite lake. Ranging from 28 miles to 65 miles, these 5 section hikes will give you a taste of all you can experience on the john muir trail and the high sierra. Thats one of the lakes below rightand the ridge above the lake even more dramatic. The mammoth lakes is on highway 203 off highway 395 about 25 miles south of mono lake coming from northern california, the fastest route is to cross donner summit interstate 80 or echo summit highway 50 and then drive south on 395. Committee is open from 9 am 10 pm daily during the summer, or call 760 6476595 for more information. Ten lakes trail hiking trail, yosemite valley, california. Yes, there are plenty of trails in yosemite far more famous than ten lakes, but among those in the know, ten lakes is considered an overlooked gem. In this guide, ill provide 10 mustsee attractions for visitors planning a one day road trip in death valley national park. Five lakes basin topo map in nevada county, california. This is the main yosemite park map showing yosemite trails, roads, campgrounds, and visitor services. A series of switchbacks up from lake george offers exceptional views of mammoth lakes basin. Cathedral lakes, gaylor lakes basin, glen aulin, lembert. It offers a wonderful opportunity to escape the crowds, absorb some of the best views of the mammoth lakes basin, sleep under the stars, and enjoy excellent views of the surrounding granite peaks. Get your bearings and learn the best places to camp, eat, hike, fish and stay with the interactive yosemite mariposa county map below.
A final one mile descent through scattered white bark pines leads us to the shores of one of the lakes in the breathtaking ten lakes basin. In terms of both area and volume, the largest of these is lake shasta, which formed behind shasta dam in the 1940s. Moderate strenuous osemite national park national park service u. We have a room at the holiday inn in mammoth lakes reserved, so that is our goal. The park is managed by the national park service and covers an area of 748,436 acres 1,169 sq mi. See valley map below yosemite national park yosemite valley visitor center tuolumne meadows visitor center mono basin scenic area visitor center information station wawona visitor center summer only john muir trail andor. There is concern that visitoruse associated activities, such as bathing, dish washing, wastewater production, and stock animal use near lakes and streams, could cause degradation of water quality in yosemite national park. Ten lakes trailhead to tenaya lake california alltrails. Join hidden trails on a horseback riding tour in yosemite national park, california. Nov 26, 2019 download yosemite valley detail map pdf.
Maps of america the beautiful timberdoodle company. Discover things to do in yosemite, places to stay in yosemite and some of the best places to eat in yosemite mariposa county. The ten lakes trail in yosemite national park follows upper yosemite creek and climbs over a ridge to a group of partly wooded lakes, close to the grand canyon of the tuolumne river. Why arent the twin lakes, virginia lakes, chiquito pass, quartz mountain, lake eleanor, cherry lake, or saddlebag lake trailheads listed.
The trail climbs gradually to half moon meadow, then ascends steeply to 9,500foot ten lakes pass. Whitney, so we have listed all of these hikes in a similar fashion. If you are heading west, it is located after the porcupine flat campground. The cathedral lakes hike is a great trail in yosemite national park. This is a list of trailhead names for wilderness permit purposes. Rising from the great basin to the crest of the sierra nevada bordering yosemite national park, the. Be prepared for rapidlychanging weather conditions.
With plenty of blue lakes, green forests and red mountains to be in awe of, this moderate hike will surely please all in the group at only 4 miles round trip. Gold, goose and haven lakes are designated fee campsites. Campfires are allowed since the area is below 9600 elevation. The trail goes around the iconic old faithfull and plenty of other beautiful geysers. Saddlebag lakes, 20 lakes basin, inyo natnl forest on the east side of yosemite. The total quota for each trailhead is the sum of the reservable and firstcome, firstserved quotas. Discover yosemite maps for the first timer and experienced traveler alike, theres a lot to take in when visiting yosemite mariposa county, including endless miles within yosemite national park.
The trailhead is located off tioga road, 20 miles east of crane flat. Upper, middle and lower gaylor lakes, along with upper and lower granite lakes. If you snag a site it would be simple to base camp for the duration and day hike around the whole basin the lakes are not that far apart. Lodging in lee vining, june lake or mammoth lakes is much cheaper than in yosemite valley some great options in the tioga passtuolumne meadows area. Ten lakes basin, which contains a series of beautiful high sierra lakes. Yosemite national park in mariposa county is home to majestic attractions and premier lodging. Mammoth lakes basin map jahan drive b2 joaquin road b4, c4 john muir road c2 june street e4 juniper court d2. Once were in mammoth lakes, it will probably be nightfall.
Youll hike along emerald lake and then up an avalanchescoured glacial bowl ringed by. Yosemite maps for visitors discover yosemite national park. Im guessing it will be a bit chilly swimming in the lakes. A solo hike into yosemite s high country to 10 lakes basin, followed by scenery from tuolumne meadows, mammoth lakes and convict lake. If you are heading east, it is located right before the yosemite creek picnic area after the white wold campground. Mammoth lakes basin backpacking trip wildland trekking. Emerald basin is a moderate hike, taking you on a tour of yohos fantastically varied terrain. Its encompassed entirely within americas thirdoldest national park, and can be undertaken as a thruhike or in shorter sections. Lakes basin camp has 23 sites, one group site, and is operated by a concessionaire. Over kearsarge pass, over gardiner pass into gardiner basin, over 60 lakes col into 60 lakes basin and out through rae lakes.
A one day road trip through death valley national park. Loaded with helpful information on camping, hiking, lodging, transportation, regulations, and safety, this map is an invaluable tool for casual park visitors and avid adventurers alike. From yosemite valley the 35mile trip takes about an hour. This yosemite map shows most major park roads with notes about seasonal closings. Ten lakes backpacking weekend in yosemite national park 889. We hike through stunning half moon meadow and then ascend over three dozen switchbacks up to 9600 ft. Turn left and follow this road for about 2 miles to a parking area and trailhead on the left. Ten lakes is one of my favorite short backpacking trips in yosemite. Explore the majesty of yosemite national park with national geographics trails illustrated map. The gaylor basins namesake memorializes park ranger andrew gaylor who served in yosemite from 1907 to 1921 and died of a heart attack while. Beginning at the ten lakes trailhead, the trail to the lakes is a moderately strenuous uphill grind to ten lakes pass, followed by a quick downhill into the lake basin. We will set up camp and enjoy a relaxing evening with a hearty backcountry dinner prepared by your guide. Many of californias large lakes are actually reservoirs.
You can also see an overview of the main hiking trails, but be sure to pick up an actual trail map before you head out into the. Saddlebag 20 lakes basin, yosemite near lee vining, ca a. Whats the difference between the yosemite creek and ten lakes trailheads. Jun 24, 20 the gaylor lake basin, just over the ridge from the east entrance to yosemite national park, contains five subalpine lakes. Geographic distribution of alpine ecosystems in california. Yosemite lake topo map in merced county, california. Yosemite hikes home trail maps yosemite trail maps. I agree with spending the bulk of your time in the tioga passtuolumne meadows area of yosemite if you love hikes that dont have the sheer dropoffs that those in yosemite valley have. Lakes basin recreation area trail map blairsdengraeagle. The clearly marked trails include mileages between intersections. Setting the standard in marine steering excellence. Hiking the upper geyser basin hike is a mustdo trail in yellowstone. Yosemite creek white wolf merced lake staffed intermittently staffed intermittently staffed. The ten lakes trailhead is located across the street from the yosemite creek trailhead.
Basin grove chicago stump general general grant grant grove unset princess equ i ant can l on scenic. Best lake trails in yosemite national park alltrails. Most of that area is a roadless haven for backpackers. Inyo national forest hoover wilderness usda forest service. Ten lakes basin yosemite backpacking trip with wildland trekking. Most jmt hikers travel north, starting in yosemite valley, and heading south, ending at mt. Just got back from ten lakes, so i guess ill answer my own question. There are five entrances into yosemite national park, and the road to each of them offers unique sights to see along the way. From there it is a steep but short drop down into ten lakes basin there are really only seven lakes and a myriad of spots to pitch your tent. Biscuit basin black sand basin lone star geyser fountain paint pot great fountain geyser lower geyser basin. Mammoth lakes basin map jahan drive b2 joaquin road b4, c4 john muir road c2 june street e4 juniper court d2 juniper springs drive d3 kelley road c2 kitzbuhel place a3 klosters court a3 knob hill lane b4 lake george road h1 lake mary loop road h1, h2 lake mary road b3, c2, d2, e1, f1, g1 lakeview blvd. Mammoth yosemite airport mmh are now available yearround.
Yosemite national park a a hammil valley hot creek geological site big springs d old road v ir g i n i a l a k. May 22, 2006 trail map of lakes basin recreation area in plumas national forest near graeagle, california. If youre doing yosemite just by car, the free maps below will be sufficient. Upper geyser basin hike yellowstone, wy 10adventures. This pack trip is a 10 day exploration of the beautiful yosemite national park and sierra nevada mountain chain one of the usas premier scenic locations. The yosemite high route explores remote canyons, expansive alpine areas, and pristine lakes in the upper headwaters of the tuolumne and merced rivers. To give you a lay of the land, four of yosemites entrances are located on the western side of the park while the fifth, the tioga. For the ten lakes trailhead, you cross the road, turn immediately left at the line of bear lockers once in the dirt parking lot, head up the hill. Youll see the layout from the top of ten lakes pass.
Download a free copy of the official yosemite national park map before your yosemite vacation. Yosemite has a rule that you cannot build fires over 9,600 feet regardless so look at a map and you will see where you want to camp if you want a fire. Ten lakes and grant lakes trails, yosemite national park. If youre doing a lot of hiking or any overnight trip, youll want to purchase a detailed trail map, such as the national geographic trails illustrated map or the fantastic tom harrison map neither of these maps is detailed enough for offtrail travel, so youll want the largescale. The remainder, virginia lakes and north, is managed by the humboldttoiyabe national forest. With almost 800 miles of mapped trails, the yosemite national park map can guide you off the beaten path and back again. Twin lakes beaver lake cascade grebe lake lake y e l l o wst o n e o 7365ft c o r e s r k e e e d r c selfguiding t n a a t ri ver. Yosemite national park lodging, camping, attractions. It was breathtaking to say the least, and i am still going through all of the footage to pick out.
Department of the interior ea hiking map begin at merced grove parking lot on big oak flat road. Death valley national park is the perfect place for desert lovers looking to explore the outdoors. Maps of america the beautiful a studentcreated historical atlas of the united states introduction maps of america the beautiful was designed to help you learn about and remember places you read about in the lessons of america the beautiful as you complete the assignments in maps of america the beautiful, you are creating your own historical atlas of the united states. Make sure you bring along a large scale map of yosemite for this trip. This is the yosemite valley map showing the developed. Trail maps for dozens of hiking trails in yosemite national park.
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