Virginia Lakes Trailhead
The Virginia Lakes Trailhead is located at the end of Virginia Lakes Road and the adjacent to Big Valley and Little Valley alpine lakes near Bridgeport, California. This is an extremely popular trailhead with hikers, backpackers, equestrians, anglers, and other non-motorized recreation users. This trailhead also serves as an important access point to the Hoover Wilderness and the adjoining Inyo National Forest and Yosemite National Park. Dozens of beautiful alpine lakes await recreationists who seek a wilderness adventure.
General Information
June - October, as weather and conditions allow.
Open 24 hours/day
- Overnight use within the Hoover Wilderness requires a wilderness permit year-round. Please see Recreation.gov for information on obtaining a permit and associated fees.
- A free California Camp Fire Permit issued by CalFire is required for campfire, barbecue, and portable stove use.
- Dogs must be on a leash at the trailhead.
No fees are required for this site
Address: 75694 US-395 HC 62, Bridgeport, CA 93517
Phone: 760-932-7070
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.0481
Longitude: -119.2627
Elevation
9,850 feet
Directions
From Bridgeport travel approximately 12 miles on Highway 395, turn right at Conway Summit on Virginia Lakes Road. Go approximately 6.5 miles on Virginia Lakes Road, the trailhead is at the end of the road.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
