Panum Crater

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From June 2017, when we encountered a late spring storm.

I call this "Bitch Hill"--it may not look very steep in the photo, but trust me, it is!

120 E 395

Lee Vining, CA 93541

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The Mono Lake Committee is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Mono Lake and its surrounding ecosystem in Lee Vining, CA.

Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, the Committee works to protect the natural and cultural resources of Mono Lake for future generations to enjoy.

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5.010 reviews

Ed T.

6/23/2024

This review is for Panum Crater Trail which was a ~2.5 miles round trip that took ~1.5 hour to complete. This was an unique hike that takes you to the rim of the crater overlooking Mono Lake as...

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Joe T.

9/7/2023

Be prepared.. the road is rocky! Go slow and save your vehicle. You will need to cross a creek which is thankfully dry most of the time. After parking in lot, climb up the incline. Lots of bits...

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Steph H.

5/5/2021

STEPH JUDGEMENT: One of my favorite hikes in Mono County. I've been back several times now, and my appreciation for this place grows each time. And I've finally managed to remember "Bitch Hill"...

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Afshin A.

10/26/2017

Be ready to huff and puff! Panum Crater is next to Mono Lake right off CA-120, what used to be one of the loneliest roads in America! The crater has two main trails: the Rim Trail and the Plug...

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The Bottomless Pi T.

8/23/2017

When you have had your fill of tufas at Mono Lake, come on over here to Panum Crater. The turnoff is marked with a small brown sign low to the ground, just a little over 3 miles from Highway 395....

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