56 min
Overview
Starting from the Mt. Pinos Nordic Base parking lot, climb a steady dirt trail to the summit of Mt. Pinos. At the top, enjoy some great views that include the San Joaquin Valley to the north, the Tehachapis to the east, and the Carrizo Plain and Temblor Mountains to the northwest. <br><br>The road used to be open to the vehicular traffic, but was closed to motorized traffic once the movement to save the Condors took place. This is a great hike for any level, although the high altitude might get to some. Be sure to drink plenty of water and take as many breaks as you need.
Trail Stats
2.7 km
151 m
2684 m
2544 m
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Photos
The parking area for the start. This is looking back towards the entrance. The trailhead is towards the right, where that dark SUV is.
The parking area for the start. This is looking back towards the entrance. The trailhead is towards the right, where that dark SUV is.
The uphill start to the trail.
The uphill start to the trail.
Near whiteout conditions.
Near whiteout conditions.
In shaded areas the snow can get pretty thick even in April!
In shaded areas the snow can get pretty thick even in April!
Snow is sporadic at sections of the hike.
Snow is sporadic at sections of the hike.
Snowshoeing to Mt. Pinos - February 16, 2018.
Snowshoeing to Mt. Pinos - February 16, 2018.