Ski Touring from Mill City to McLeod Lake ▣

Ski touring from Mill City to McLeod Lake offers a classic, extended winter tour over a wide variety of terrain, both groomed and off-piste, and a perfect introduction to the wonders of the Mammoth Lakes Basin in winter—especially on a sunny day. Starting from the winter road closure at the end of Old Mammoth Road, follow the roadway beneath Mammoth Rock to the junction with the groomed public access corridor on Lake Mary Road. Follow this all the way out to Horseshoe Lake, after which you may find a skintrack to follow, or you can blaze your own. Return the way you came.
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Ski touring from Mill City to McLeod Lake offers a classic, extended winter tour over a wide variety of terrain, both groomed and off-piste, and a perfect introduction to the wonders of the Mammoth Lakes Basin in winter—especially on a sunny day. Starting from the winter road closure at the end of Old Mammoth Road, follow the roadway beneath Mammoth Rock to the junction with the groomed public access corridor on Lake Mary Road. Follow this all the way out to Horseshoe Lake, after which you may find a skintrack to follow, or you can blaze your own. Return the way you came.

Avalanche Forecast for 11/27/2024

AVALANCHE FORECAST: Over the past five days, two storms brought periods of heavy snowfall, strong winds, and dangerous avalanche conditions to the region. As the weather settles, avalanches breaking in new and wind-drifted snow will become less likely. Be prepared to assess the recent snow for signs of instability, like cracking underfoot, before venturing into avalanche terrain. We have very limited information about the snowpack at mid and upper elevations. If old snow has formed weak layers near the base of the snowpack, you can expect avalanche conditions to settle more slowly. Find out More

Experience Checklist
- Beanie
- Camera
- Cross Country Touring Ski Boots
- Day pack
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- First-aid kit
- Jacket or windbreaker
- Knowledge and understanding of local conditions
- Lenses
- Light Cross Country Touring Ski
- Map or GPS device
- Picnic lunch
- Ski goggles or sunglasses
- Ski poles
- Smartphone
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Telephoto lens
- Warm clothing
- Water
- Windbreaker/shell
- Winter gloves
Public Services
Experience Information

Trail Length
7.0 miles

Trail Surface
Snow

Duration
Half day
This experience begins at the Mill City Trailhead.
- Get driving directions to Mill City Trailhead
- Get public-transit options*
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.