Biking

Road Biking around the Lakes Basin

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  • Starting from the North Village at Mammoth, this ride begins with a gradual but sustained climb on the Lakes Basin Path to the scenic Mammoth Lakes Basin. From Lake Mary to the path's terminus at Horseshoe Lake the riding is generally flat and winding. Watch for hikers and other users. On the way back, turn right at Pokonobe Lodge for a counter-clockwise tour of Lake Mary, adding short out-and-back climbs to Lake George and Coldwater Campground. Beware of weekend car traffic around Lake Mary. Pause to enjoy interpretive signage and spectacular views. Stay on the road for the fast descent back to the Village.

  • Starting from the North Village at Mammoth, this ride begins with a gradual but sustained climb on the Lakes Basin Path to the scenic Mammoth Lakes Basin. From Lake Mary to the path's terminus at Horseshoe Lake the riding is generally flat and winding. Watch for hikers and other users. On the way back, turn right at Pokonobe Lodge for a counter-clockwise tour of Lake Mary, adding short out-and-back climbs to Lake George and Coldwater Campground. Beware of weekend car traffic around Lake Mary. Pause to enjoy interpretive signage and spectacular views. Stay on the road for the fast descent back to the Village.

  • 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
    14.1 miles
    Trail Surface
    Asphalt
    Duration
    Less than 4 hours

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Related Trails

Trail Length (mi) Surface Activities and Services
Lake George Path 0.3 Asphalt E-Biking
Lakes Basin Path 5.3 Asphalt Biking E-Biking Hiking Pets

Related Destinations

Horseshoe Lake

  • Hours/Season: Day use only | Spring  Summer Fall 

  • Biking  Hiking  Interpretive 

Lake George

  • Hours/Season: Store: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round 

  • Boating  Fishing 

Lake Mamie

  • Hours/Season: Store: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round 

  • Boating  Cross Country Skiing  Fishing  Hiking  Snowshoeing 

Lake Mary

  • Hours/Season: Store/marina: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., summer only | Year Round 

  • Boating  Cross Country Skiing  Fishing  Hiking  Paddleboarding  Snowshoeing 

Pokonobe Lodge

  • Hours/Season: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Fall  Spring  Summer 

  • Boating  Fishing  Paddleboarding 

Related Destinations

Destination Activities and Services
Horseshoe Lake Biking Hiking Interpretive
Horseshoe Lake Picnic Area
Lake George Boating Fishing
Lake George Campground Camping
Lake Mamie Boating Cross Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Snowshoeing
Lake Mary Boating Cross Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Paddleboarding Snowshoeing
Lake Mary Campground Camping
Lava Tube Lookout Interpretive Vista Viewing
North Village
Pack Station (Mammoth Lakes Pack Outfit) Equestrian
Pokonobe Lodge Boating Fishing Paddleboarding
Twin Falls Overlook Photography Vista Viewing
Twin Lakes Campground Camping
Twin Lakes Picnic Area
Twin Lakes Vista Fall Color Viewing Photography Vista Viewing
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