Crowley Lake - Trail to Beach Two

4.3/5 (4 reviews)
This smooth, easy, scenic trail leads down a mellow hill to one of the white sandy beaches on Crowley Lake, near Mammoth Lakes, California, and just outside the Long Valley Caldera in the Eastern Sierras. From the beach, the southwest view is a snowy mountain backdrop and white sands contrasting th...Read More
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Highlights of Crowley Lake - Trail to Beach Two

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Desert Category IconDesert
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Sand Category IconSand
Scenic Category IconScenic
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
6976 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
West
Nearest Town
Mammoth Lakes
Nearest Services
Mammoth Lakes
Management Agency
City of Los Angeles
District
Department of Water and Power

Overview

This smooth, easy, scenic trail leads down a mellow hill to one of the white sandy beaches on Crowley Lake, near Mammoth Lakes, California, and just outside the Long Valley Caldera in the Eastern Sierras. From the beach, the southwest view is a snowy mountain backdrop and white sands contrasting the clear blue water of the lake. A short walk along the shore leads to some of the unique rock pillars along Crowley Lake, known as the Crowley Columns. These columns are smaller than the main Crowley Columns, but are still incredible to see in person. New off-roaders in stock 4x4 vehicles and experienced wheelers in modified rigs will all enjoy this mellow, scenic trail, the beautiful beach, and the unique sight of the Little Crowley Columns.

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11 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
4 Community Reviews
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