Ski Touring from Mill City to McLeod Lake ▣

Ski touring from Mill City to McLeod Lake offers a classic, extended winter tour over a wide variety of terrain, both groomed and off-piste, and a perfect introduction to the wonders of the Mammoth Lakes Basin in winter—especially on a sunny day. Starting from the winter road closure at the end of Old Mammoth Road, follow the roadway beneath Mammoth Rock to the junction with the groomed public access corridor on Lake Mary Road. Follow this all the way out to Horseshoe Lake, after which you may find a skintrack to follow, or you can blaze your own. Return the way you came.
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Ski touring from Mill City to McLeod Lake offers a classic, extended winter tour over a wide variety of terrain, both groomed and off-piste, and a perfect introduction to the wonders of the Mammoth Lakes Basin in winter—especially on a sunny day. Starting from the winter road closure at the end of Old Mammoth Road, follow the roadway beneath Mammoth Rock to the junction with the groomed public access corridor on Lake Mary Road. Follow this all the way out to Horseshoe Lake, after which you may find a skintrack to follow, or you can blaze your own. Return the way you came.

Avalanche Forecast for 02/21/2025

AVALANCHE FORECAST: A small Wet Loose avalanche, a cornice falling, or the weight of a person could trigger a dangerous avalanche breaking deep within the snowpack. Choosing low-consequence terrain with low slope angles, avoiding slopes with hazards overhead, and maintaining wide safety margins are the best strategies for managing the avalanche problems. Find out More

Experience Checklist
- Beanie
- Camera
- Cross Country Touring Ski Boots
- Day pack
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- First-aid kit
- Jacket or windbreaker
- Knowledge and understanding of local conditions
- Lenses
- Light Cross Country Touring Ski
- Map or GPS device
- Picnic lunch
- Ski goggles or sunglasses
- Ski poles
- Smartphone
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Telephoto lens
- Warm clothing
- Water
- Windbreaker/shell
- Winter gloves
Public Services
Experience Information

Trail Length
7.0 miles

Trail Surface
Snow

Duration
Half day
This experience begins at the Mill City Trailhead.
- Get driving directions to Mill City Trailhead
- Get public-transit options*
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.