This ride is a steady 5.3-mile climb up to the Lakes Basin, passing Twin Lakes, Lake Mary, and Lake Mamie on the way to its endpoint at Horseshoe Lake. The scenic views encompass the Mammoth Crest and the back side of the Sherwin Range. A moderate fitness level is needed, so be sure younger children are up to the challenge. A bicycle with gears is a good choice; riding a single-speed will increase the difficulty level. Bathrooms and water are available at the Twin Lakes General Store. On your return trip, be courteous to uphill riders, obey the 15 mph speed limit, and be sure you have a set of good brakes!
Family Biking the Lakes Basin Path
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Experience Checklist
- Bicycle
- Bike gloves
- Bike helmet
- Bike tools
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Tire-repair kit
- Water
Public Services
Experience Information
- Trail Length
- 10.6 miles
- Trail Surface
- Asphalt
- Duration
- Half day
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This ride begins on the Lakes Basin Path at the southwest corner of Minaret Road and Main Street, across the intersection from the North Village.
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.
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Lakes Basin Path
5.3 mi
- Surface: Asphalt
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Related Trails
| Trail | Length (mi) | Surface | Activities and Services |
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| Lakes Basin Path | 5.3 | Asphalt |
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Related Destinations
Horseshoe Lake
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Spring Summer Fall
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Horseshoe Lake Picnic Area
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Fall Spring Summer
Lake Mamie
- Hours/Season: Store: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round
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Lake Mary
- Hours/Season: Store/marina: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round
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Lava Tube Lookout
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Fall Spring Summer
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North Village
- Hours/Season: Call for hours | Year Round
Pack Station (Mammoth Lakes Pack Outfit)
- Hours/Season: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily | Summer
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Pokonobe Lodge
- Hours/Season: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Fall Spring Summer
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Tamarack Lodge
- Hours/Season: Call for hours | Year Round
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Twin Falls Overlook
- Hours/Season: N/A | Year Round
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Twin Lakes
- Hours/Season: N/A | Year Round
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Twin Lakes Campground
- Hours/Season: All day | Fall Summer
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Twin Lakes Picnic Area
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Fall Spring Summer
Twin Lakes Vista
- Hours/Season: N/A | Year Round
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