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Sherwin Lakes Trail
A moderately steep climb goes 2.5 miles to Sherwin Lakes. This cluster of five lakes are not in the wilderness boundary. If you are camping at Lost Lake or Valentine Lake, a wilderness permit for Valentine Lake trail is required.
Download area map for trail names.
To purchase more detailed maps or guidebooks of the area, visit sierraforever.org
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Weather |
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| Reservations: | Reserve wilderness permits up to 6 months in advance at the Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit Recreation.gov Page |
| Permit Info: | If you will be overnight in John Muir Wilderness book a permit for Valentine Lake Trail
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| Water: | Water from creeks, lakes and springs should be treated before drinking. |
| Restroom: | Vault toilet at trailhead. Please Leave No Trace. Bury human waste away from water sources. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
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General Information
Directions:Exit Hwy 395 to Mammoth Lakes on Hwy 203. From the Town of Mammoth Lakes, follow Old Mammoth Rd to Sherwin Creek dirt road. West of Sherwin Creek campground and picnic area there is a small dirt lot marked for trailhead parking to Sherwin Lakes. Beyond Sherwin Campground (east) is the alternate trail to Valentine Lake.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
In Sherwin Lakes 2 and 3 you can catch Brook and Rainbow Trout, Lakes 1 and 4 Brook Trout are common.
River and Stream Fishing
Sherwin Creek fishing is for Brook Trout.
Day Hiking
Backpacking
Location
