Hike-in Required
No
Open Year-round
Yes
ADA accessible
Yes
Guided tours
No
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Twin Lakes Vista is a viewpoint located just above the town of Mammoth Lakes, California. From town, drive up Lake Mary Road until you arrive at Twin Lakes. Alternatively you can hike or bike the paved Lakes Basin Path all the way from town to the vista.

From the vista point you’ll see Twin Lakes backdropped against the Mammoth Crest. Crystal Crag also stands prominently in the background. There are a few informative signs here that tell of the history and geography of the area.

Twin Lakes are first lakes visitors come to within the Mammoth Lakes Basin. Many more lakes lie in wait, just beyond Twin Lakes. Some can be accessed by road (during summer months), while others require a hike of varying length. Be sure to take some more time to explore the area while you’re here!

Logistics + Planning

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Clear throughout the day.
Tue
38°F
21°
Clear throughout the day.
Wed
38°F
25°
Heavy snow (14–23 in.) starting in the afternoon.
Thu
30°F
22°
Clear throughout the day.
Fri
34°F
16°
Snow (5–8 in.) in the afternoon and evening.
Sat
35°F
20°
Foggy in the morning.
Sun
29°F
12°
Clear throughout the day.
Mon
27°F
13°

Preferable season(s)

Winter
Spring
Summer
Fall

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

None

Pros

Scenic viewpoint. Easily accessible.

Pets allowed

Allowed

Features

ADA accessible
Fishing
Family friendly
Geologically significant
Near lake or river
Big vistas

Location

Nearby Adventures

Eastern Sierra + White Mountains Area, California
Eastern Sierra + White Mountains Area, California

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