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Mosquito Lks to PacificV/MCCT (Mosq Lks Trailhead)
Mosquito Lakes to Pacific Valley/ MCCT (Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail) from Mosquito Lakes Trailhead
Lat/Long: 38.515001, -119.914194
The Mosquito Lakes to Pacific Valley portion of the MCCT was completed in 2015; since it is a new trail, it may not be shown on some maps. As of September 2020, the map on this web page did not show the trail; however, trailhead symbols show the beginning and ending points. Please visit the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail website for more information and a map.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Calaveras Ranger District (HWY 4) |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | Summer, early fall |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Closest Towns: | Bear Valley to the west, Markleeville to the east. |
| Water: | No potable water. Filter or boil all lake and stream water. |
| Restroom: | Vault toilet across the highway at Mosquito Lakes Campground |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Mosquito Lakes Trailhead: From the Calaveras Ranger District head east on Highway 4 for about 40 miles. The trail begins on the southwestern tip of Mosquito Lakes. Parking is located on either the right (south) or left (north) side of the highway. Accessible to all highway-legal vehicles, right off the highway, native surface parking area. The parking areas are small and not suitable for trailers and large motorhomes. The portion of Highway 4 accessing the trailhead is narrow; trailers and vehicles over 25 feet long are not advised. See the Mosquito Lakes Trailhead page for more information and a map.
The Mosquito Lakes to Pacific Valley/MCCT Trail branches off to the left about 260 feet from the Mosquito Lakes Trailhead.