Snowshoeing through the old-growth Jeffrey pine and Red Fir near earthquake fault trailhead offers a peaceful and up-close experience in the forest. Take the opportunity to view the unique and relatively recent geological feature: a deep fissure in a flow of volcanic rock, in places as narrow as 10 feet wide and as deep as 60 feet, that lines up with the Inyo-Mono Craters. From the parking area off Hwy 203, look for the Blue Diamond Symbols in the trees to guide you along a 1.6 mile route (3.2 miles total out and back).
Snowshoeing the Earthquake Fault Blue Diamond Route
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Avalanche Forecast for 12/21/2024
- AVALANCHE FORECAST: You’re most likely to encounter firm and variable surface conditions today. However, if you see snow blowing across slopes or over ridgelines, thin drifts could be forming on the downwind side. Factor in the outside chance of triggering a small avalanche if you venture into steep, leeward terrain. Find out More
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Experience Checklist
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Day pack
- Hat
- Hiking boots
- Ski poles
- Snowshoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Telephoto lens
- Water
- Wildlife-identification guide
- Winter gloves
Public Services
Experience Information
- Trail Length
- 1.6 miles
- Trail Surface
- Snow
- Duration
- Less than 4 hours
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This experience is accessed directly from the Earthquake Fault Trailhead.
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.
Related Trails
Earthquake Fault Trail
0.2 mi
- Surface: Mixed
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Related Trails
| Trail | Length (mi) | Surface | Activities and Services |
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| Earthquake Fault Trail | 0.2 | Mixed |
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Related Destinations
Earthquake Fault
- Hours/Season: All day | Year Round
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Related Destinations
| Destination | Activities and Services |
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| Earthquake Fault |
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