The ride from Twin Lakes Vista to Horseshoe Lake is one of the American West's all-time great scenic bike path rides, perfect for riders willing to do some climbing but without the long uphill haul from the North Village. The path meanders through the woods to the edge of Twin Lakes and then climbs fairly gradually to Lake Mary, offering classic views of Twin Falls, Dragon's Tail and the Mammoth Crest. The section from Lake Mary to Horseshoe Lake and back is an easy rolling cruise. For the fun descent back to Twin Lakes, be sure to check that your brakes are working, and obey the 15 miles per hour speed limit!
Family Biking the Lakes Basin
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Experience Checklist
- Bicycle
- Bike gloves
- Bike helmet
- Day pack
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Tire-repair kit
- Water
Public Services
Experience Information
- Trail Length
- 6.2 miles
- Trail Surface
- Mixed
- Duration
- Less than 4 hours
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This ride begins at the Twin Lakes Vista.
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.
Related Trails
Lakes Basin Path
5.3 mi
- Surface: Asphalt
Related Trails
Trail | Length (mi) | Surface | Activities and Services |
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Lakes Basin Path | 5.3 | Asphalt |
Related Destinations
Horseshoe Lake
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Spring Summer Fall
Lake Mamie
- Hours/Season: Store: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round
Lake Mary
- Hours/Season: Store/marina: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round
Lava Tube Lookout
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Fall Spring Summer
Twin Lakes
- Hours/Season: N/A | Year Round
Twin Lakes Campground
- Hours/Season: All day | Fall Summer
Twin Lakes Picnic Area
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Fall Spring Summer
Twin Lakes Vista
- Hours/Season: N/A | Year Round
Related Destinations
Destination | Activities and Services |
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Horseshoe Lake | |
Lake Mamie | |
Lake Mary | |
Lava Tube Lookout | |
Twin Lakes | |
Twin Lakes Campground | |
Twin Lakes Picnic Area | |
Twin Lakes Vista |