Name: Minaret Vista Trail
Rating: 3.5

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This is a great short semi easy hike to the Minaret Vista great views of San Joaquin Ridge. The trail starts out behind The Mammoth Mountain Inn Follow the drive past the pool to a well marked sign the trail is in great shape straight forward trail.

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Local Club: Friends of The INYO

May 29, 2026: K2 Gold Begins Mining Exploration on Conglomerate Mesa

May 28, 2026: Action Alert: PROTECT HOT CREEK

May 26, 2026: Friends of the Inyo Events: May – June

Land Manager: USFS - Inyo National Forest Office

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Eric Hunter with improvements by Adam Hodges

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Minaret Vista Trail

“A great short trail to Minaret Vista great views of The San Joaquin Ridge. ”

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9,161' 2,792 m

8,926' 2,721 m

239' 73 m

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