There are two routes to Valentine Lake. The Valentine Lake trail begins east of Sherwin Campground. Alternatively, the Sherwin Creek trail climbs to Sherwin Lakes and then continues on to join with the Valentine Lake trail.
The two trails join near 8900 ft elevation just before crossing the wilderness boundary. Climbing past Lost Lake, the trail ends at Valentine Lake.
Directions:
Exit Hwy 395 to Mammoth Lakes on Hwy 203. From the Town of Mammoth Lakes, follow Old Mammoth Rd. to Sherwin Creek dirt road. West of Sherwin Creek campground and picnic area there is a small dirt lot marked for trailhead parking to Sherwin Lakes. Beyond Sherwin Campground (east) is the trail to Valentine Lake.
