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Crystal Lake Trailhead

Hiking Area in Mammoth Lakes

4.8 (534) hiking trail
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Located in Mammoth Lakes, the Crystal Lake Trail is a moderate 3 to 4-mile hike featuring steady switchbacks. The path rewards hikers with high-alpine views overlooking the Mammoth Lakes Basin, leading directly to a scenic lake tucked beneath towering granite cliffs.

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  • Prepare for a moderate 3 to 4-mile round-trip hike
  • Pace yourself along the steady switchbacks
  • Enjoy panoramic views over the Mammoth Lakes Basin
  • Look out for the alpine lake tucked beneath towering granite cliffs

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