Owens River Headwaters Region
The Owens River Headwaters region encompasses 14,721-acre wilderness of the same name, designated by Congress on March 31, 2009. It is an area of forested mountains and alpine meadows on the east side of the crest of the Sierra Nevada Mountains between June Lake and Mammoth Lakes, California.
Recreation Sites
Bald Mountain Road
23 miles round trip loop, Trail D. The views along this route are stunning. Perfect route for snowmobiling and winter use.
Big Springs Campground
Site Open
Located between Mammoth Lakes and June Lake, near the Crestview area, this campground has 26 campsites surrounded by pine forest. This is a popular basecamp for fishing Deadman Creek, exploring…
Deadman Campground, Upper and Lower
Site Closed
20 campsites. A limited number of bear lockers are shared at this site.
Glass Creek Campground
Site Open
Located in pine forest north of Mammoth Lakes, this campground has 66 campsites. While the sites are dry, with no hook ups they are large and can accommodate RV's up to 45 ft. This is a great…
Glass Creek Meadow Trailhead
Site Open
West of Obsidian Dome, the trail to Glass Creek Meadow follows one of the tributaries in the new Owens River Headwaters Wilderness.Â
Hartley Springs Campground
Site Open
Located between June Mountain and Obsidian Dome,  this campground has 25 campsites surrounded by pine forest with nearby access to the tributaries of the headwaters of Owens River.
Hartley Springs Mt. Bike Route
9.3 milesIntermediateHartley Springs Campground sits beneath an old-growth stand of Jeffrey pine trees. The shade makes a nice retreat from the high-altitude sun. This USFS designated route…
Obsidian Dome Observation Site
Site Open
Created by a Phreatic Blast - the explosion that takes place when magma reaches the water table and turns the water to steam - and the magma pushing up and cooling to create rock. This large dome is…
Obsidian Dome Ski Trail
6 miles - 9.6 km (loop)Beginner/IntermediateThe Obsidian Dome trailhead is located on the west side of Hwy 395 just north of Deadman Summit. These are marked trails that are groomed on an…
Obsidian Flat Group Campground
Site Closed
Obsidian Flat Group Campground, located near Mammoth Lakes, California, provides an opportunity for a group to enjoy a secluded getaway in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. With a peaceful…