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Emigrant/ MCCT Trail (Mosquito Lakes Trailhead)
Emigrant/ Mokelumne Coast to Crest (MCCT) Trail from Mosquito Lakes Trailhead
Please see the Emigrant/ MCCT Trail - West Trailhead and the Mosquito Lakes Trailhead pages for more information, directions, and maps.
The Emigrant Trail is part of the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail (MCCT). Please visit the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail website for more information and a map of the trail.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Calaveras Ranger District (HWY 4) |
|---|---|
| Permit Info: | This trail passes through the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness between Cape Horn and the Stanislaus Meadow Trailhead; a wilderness permit is required for overnight visits to the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | Summer, early fall |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Closest Towns: | Bear Valley to the west, Markleeville to the east |
Activities
Mountain Biking
This trail passes through the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness between Cape Horn and the Stanislaus Meadow Trailhead; bicycles are not allowed in wilderness areas; therefore, they may not travel on that portion of the trail.