The Horseshoe Boulder is a popular, scenic and pleasantly shady bouldering spot right in the Mammoth Lakes Basin, with easy access from the Lakes Basin Path just east of the Horsehoe Lake Picnic Area. There's a great range of challenges—from beginner problems near the ground (no pad necessary) to bigger advanced routes. It's an excellent place to teach and learn the subtleties of the sport, with duffy, forgiving landings, views of Horseshoe Lake through the trees, and plenty of icy-cold lake water to dip in after a tough session!
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Experience Checklist
- Bouldering Pad
- Climber's Chalk
- Climbing shoes
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- First-aid kit
- Practical shoes
- Smartphone
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen/lip protector
- Water
Public Services
Experience Information
- Trail Length
- 0.6 miles
- Trail Surface
- Mixed
- Duration
- Less than 4 hours
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This experience is accessed from the Horseshoe Lake Trailhead.
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.
Related Trails
Horseshoe Lake Loop
1.5 mi
- Surface: Soil
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Lakes Basin Path
5.3 mi
- Surface: Asphalt
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Related Trails
Trail | Length (mi) | Surface | Activities and Services |
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Horseshoe Lake Loop | 1.5 | Soil |
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Lakes Basin Path | 5.3 | Asphalt |
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Related Destinations
Horseshoe Lake Picnic Area
- Hours/Season: Day use only | Fall Summer
Related Destinations
Destination | Activities and Services |
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Horseshoe Lake Picnic Area |
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