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: 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
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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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