Hiking
Guided Hikes and Backpacking Trips
For those who want the advice or help from Experts, the Southern Yosemite Mountain Guides offers adventure day hikes and extended backpacking trips. With over 15 years experience providing active travel and guide services of the highest caliber, you won't be disappointed. Explore the wonders of the High Sierra and Yosemite's high-country.
Local Hikes
Lewis Creek National Recreational Trail one of the most well-hiked trails, follows the historical Madera Sugar Pine Lumber Flume route, passing Red Rock Falls and the 80 foot high Corlieu Falls.
Goat Mountain Trail, with two trail heads along Bass Lake, is a strenuous hike, climbing four miles to the summit, where a fire lookout tower provides splendid views of Bass Lake and the Sierra Nevada range.
The Way of the Mono Trail near Bass Lake is a one-half mile, self guided walking trail. Authentic Mono Indian grinding holes can be seen from the trail, as well as spectacular views of Bass Lake.
Willow Creek Trail at Bass Lake passes along Angel Falls, where magnificent cascades flow into deep pools. Caution should be used on hazardous sections of this trail.
Cedars Interpretive Trail, an easy quarter-mile nature trail, is designed especially for the physically challenged. This trail starts from the North Fork Minarets ranger station, and is popular for learning about the regions natural resources and how to care for the environment.
For more detailed information on hiking trails in our area, contact the Sierra National Forest at www.fs.fed.us/r5/sierra/
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