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Little Lakes Valley – Rock Creek Canyon

  • Little Lakes Valley – Rock Creek Canyon

  • Address: Rock Creek Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California 93546
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  • Phone Number: (760) 873-2500

Little Lakes Valley – Rock Creek Canyon

Also known as Mosquito Flats trail, the Little Lakes Valley trail is a beautiful and popular hike at the top of upper Rock Creek Canyon, accessed by the main signed trail leading from the parking lot at the end of Rock Creek Road.

With potential to hike to Mono Pass, four miles and 2,000 feet up, many hikers simply stop to take in the views after reaching one of the lakes along the way: Mack Lake, Marsh Lake, Heart Lake, Box Lake, Long Lake, Gem Lake and Chickenfoot Lake.

The trail offers dramatic views of surrounding Sierra peaks, excellent wildflowers in spring and early summer, and vibrant fall colors. Popular with fishermen, day hikers and backpackers.

Please keep dogs on leash. Never leave them unattended. Dogs allowed to roam freely can frighten or injure wildlife, disturb other forest visitors and create impacts to the natural resources.

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