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Wilderness Areas of the Sierra Nevada Plus Inyo and White Mountains
Inyo National Forest

Parker Lake Trail

From Hwy. 395, north of Mammoth, turn on the north end of the June Lake Loop road. Drive 1 ½ miles to a dirt road signed Parker Lake - Walker Lake, and go left at the junction soon after. Follow the signs for Parker Lake.

Begin climbing steadily on a sandy trail along the creek, entering the Ansel Adams Wilderness after a short time. Wind through Aspen and Pine trees on a moderate trail to a junction at ½ mile. Continue straight for Parker Lake, reaching the lake shore at just under 2 miles.

This is a great spot to bring the family, with manageable distance and elevation gain. The lake is hemmed in by rugged mountain ridges, and a waterfall in the distance sets the scene for a great afternoon.

Ansel Adams Wilderness - Topo Mammoth High Country - 15 minute - Topo Inyo National Forest - 60 minute

Elevation Miles
Trailhead 7,775
Parker Lake 8,310 2.0

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