The Best Backpacking in Lakeshore

The trail follows the creek for a few miles as it cascades forming very tempting pools and places to lay out. Try to resist jumping in the first pool you see and setting up camp. Although you really can't go wrong, some of the sweetest and deepest pools come after passing by a few smaller pools. ...

Crater Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lakeshore, California.

Florence Lake to Edison Lake via John Muir Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Lakeshore.

You can get to the Evolution Basin a variety of ways, but the easiest is through the Florence Lake Trailhead. Here, you can choose to either take the Florence Lake Ferry across the lake, or save $25 and hike the extra 4 miles around the lake. Personally, I would choose the ferry. About five mile...

Starting at Lake Florence, this hike starts out with a climb up and keeps this up over the next 3 miles. After about 3 miles of climbing you reach another lake, Dutch Lake which provides shade and a nice place to rest. From there it's a relatively flat 1.2 miles in to your destination. Once at Cr...

The transition from mostly sheer granite slopes to open grassy space is a welcomed one. Set up along the creek meandering through Evolution Basin and explore the area. You won't tire your legs out because it's pretty flat. Whip out your camera to catch some amazing reflections of the Sierra in th...

Bear Creek, John Muir and Florence Lake Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Mono Hot Springs, California.

Voyager Rock to Hobler Lake is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Shaver Lake, California.

Corbett Lake is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Lakeshore, California.

Dinkey Lakes Loop via Cliff Lake is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Lakeshore, California.

Hell For Sure Pass is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lakeshore, California.

Maxson Trailhead to Hobler Lake is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Shaver Lake, California.

Located on the Courtright Reservoir, Marmot Rock Campground is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The Courtright Reservoir is great for boating and fishing. Trails access John Muir Wilderness, perfect for hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and backpacking.  Marmot Rock ...

Goodale Pass to Silver Pass Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lakeshore, California.

Vermilion Campground and Lake Thomas Edison is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Mono Hot Springs, California.

The views are incredible and the lake is peacefully tucked underneath a stunning peak. Dogs are allowed on this trail! The first 70% of the trail is moderate in difficulty, and the last 30% is a good challenge. The water is perfect for a dip on a hot Eastern Sierra day. This is also a popular fis...