Horseshoe Lake – Twin Lakes loop from Staging Area
Horseshoe Lake – Twin Lakes loop from Staging Area
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Horseshoe Lake – Twin Lakes loop from Staging Area
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62.8km
1,070m
Road cycling
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 25, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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9.92 km
Horseshoe Lake
Highlight • Lake
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10.9 km
View of Twin Lakes
Highlight • Viewpoint
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13.3 km
Lake Mary
Highlight • Lake
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16.9 km
Twin Lakes
Highlight • Lake
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27.8 km
Mammoth statue 🐘 Mammoth Mountain Resort
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29.9 km
Top of Minaret Road/Postpile Road
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30.4 km
Minaret Vista and summit
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You can either hike here via the Minaret Vista Trail from the Mammoth Lakes Ski area parking lot (2.6 miles roundtrip) or drive up by car. If you take the car, you will have to pay a fee of 8 Dollars for a day pass which is valid for the drive up to Devil's Postpile.
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42.5 km
Mammoth Scenic Loop
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62.8 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
29.9 km
18.4 km
10.9 km
2.58 km
827 m
136 m
109 m
Surfaces
56.2 km
3.84 km
2.71 km
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (2,810 m)
Lowest point (2,230 m)
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Description
If you're seeking a challenging road cycling adventure with truly spectacular scenery, the Horseshoe Lake – Twin Lakes loop from Staging Area is a fantastic choice. This difficult 39.1-mile (62.8 km) route demands 3510 feet (1070 metres) of climbing, typically taking around 3 hours and 22 minutes. It's an ideal ride for experienced cyclists ready to push themselves and be rewarded with breathtaking alpine views.
What to expect on Horseshoe Lake – Twin Lakes loop from Staging Area
The journey largely unfolds along the paved Lakes Basin Path, offering a smooth and often traffic-separated experience. You'll begin with a steady climb, often from Twin Lakes Vista, heading uphill towards Lake Mary. Beyond Lake Mary, the path undulates with dips and rolls as you make your way to Horseshoe Lake. Throughout the ride, you'll weave through old forests, cross several feeder streams, and be treated to sweeping vistas of the Owens Valley and the majestic Mammoth Crest. While the main route is paved, the Horseshoe Lake loop itself features a mix of gentle dirt and paved sections, which can be a fun, easy detour for families or beginner mountain bikers. Expect sustained effort on the climbs, but the diverse scenery and the
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