The Best Backpacking in Mammoth
Looking for the best backpacking in Mammoth? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Mammoth. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top backpacking spots in and near Mammoth
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Siskiyou County, California
Climb Mt. Shasta via the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge
10 mi / 7200 ft gainThe Hotlum-Bolam route follows the ridge between the Hotlum and Bolam Glaciers on Shasta's north side. It's an intermediate route that isn't much more technical than the south side routes, except for icy sections and possible late-season open crevasses. For this reason it's a popular alternative ...Read more -
McCloud, California
Mt. Shasta via Clear Creek Route
11.43 mi / 7615 ft gainThe least technical route to the summit of Mt Shasta begins at the Clear Creek Trailhead (elevation 6390 ft). Please note that although this is a less technical route, this is still dangerous and there have been deaths on Mt. Shasta because of falling rock. To start this, you should be a good hik...Read more
