Equestrian Trail Riding the Valentine Lakes Trail ◈

With easy access right from the edge of town, this trail provides a classic High Sierra backcountry experience into the John Muir Wilderness and the heart of the Sherwins Range. Stage at the Valentine Lakes trailhead off Sherwin Creek Road. From here, a well maintained but under-utilized trail climbs gradually and consistently through an ancient juniper grove, affording spectacular views over the town of Mammoth Lakes and out across the Long Valley Caldera. Make sure your horse is shod, the trail is rocky in spots.
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With easy access right from the edge of town, this trail provides a classic High Sierra backcountry experience into the John Muir Wilderness and the heart of the Sherwins Range. Stage at the Valentine Lakes trailhead off Sherwin Creek Road. From here, a well maintained but under-utilized trail climbs gradually and consistently through an ancient juniper grove, affording spectacular views over the town of Mammoth Lakes and out across the Long Valley Caldera. Make sure your horse is shod, the trail is rocky in spots.

This experience is within a congressionally designated wilderness area. Please abide by all rules and regulations.

Experience Checklist
- Binoculars
- Breast Collar
- Camera
- Equestrian First Aid Kit
- First-aid kit
- Flyspray for Horse
- Halter and Leed Rope
- Hoof Pick
- Horse
- Insect repellent
- Knife
- Knowledge and understanding of local conditions
- Map or GPS device
- Picnic lunch
- Practical shoes
- Saddle
- Saddlebags
- Smartphone
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Tack appropriate for ride
- Water
Public Services
Experience Information

Trail Length
9.1 miles

Trail Surface
Soil

Duration
Full day
This equestrian trail riding experience begins at the Valentine Lakes Trailhead.
- Get driving directions to Valentine Lakes Trailhead
- Get public-transit options*
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.