Sotcher Lake - Mammoth Pass Trail 0.8 mi

From the backside of Sotcher Lake, this short and little-used trail sidehills gently up to its junction with the Mammoth Pass Trail just above Reds Meadow – or descends gently in the other direction. Crossing Reds Creek and other small, seasonal drainages for snowmelt from Mammoth Mountain, the trail is wet and lush with wildflowers in spring. In fall, the alders, willows and aspens burst with gold and tinges of red. Along the way, views stretch out across the San Joaquin to the Ritter Range and up-valley to San Joaquin Mountain. This trail has been affected by adverse weather or natural disaster. Repairs have not yet been made and hazardous conditions may exist.
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From the backside of Sotcher Lake, this short and little-used trail sidehills gently up to its junction with the Mammoth Pass Trail just above Reds Meadow – or descends gently in the other direction. Crossing Reds Creek and other small, seasonal drainages for snowmelt from Mammoth Mountain, the trail is wet and lush with wildflowers in spring. In fall, the alders, willows and aspens burst with gold and tinges of red. Along the way, views stretch out across the San Joaquin to the Ritter Range and up-valley to San Joaquin Mountain. This trail has been affected by adverse weather or natural disaster. Repairs have not yet been made and hazardous conditions may exist.

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Trail Information
- Soil
- A standard ramp is 8%. Conditions subject to change.
This trail can be accessed for a fee via the Reds Meadow Shuttle Service at Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge & Ski Area Shuttle Stop #7 during the months of May, June, July, August, and the beginning of September. After Shuttle Service stops for the season, you may drive down to Reds Meadow for a fee and access the trailhead via Sotcher Lake. You can also access this trail from the Horseshoe Lake Trailhead.
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.