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Inyo, California

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Top Hiking Spots in and near Inyo

  • Inyo County, California

    Badwater Basin's Salt Flats

    4.6
    1.92 mi / 43 ft gain
    Taking a walk on the salt flats at Badwater Basin is like no other experience in Death Valley National Park. These flats cover nearly 200 square miles across the park, which makes them one of the world’s largest protected salt flats. With an elevation of 282 feet below sea level, Badwater Basin i...
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  • Inyo County, California

    Ubeheh Crater Path

    5.0
    0.58 mi / 157 ft gain
    Ubeheh Crater Path Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Death Valley, California.
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  • Inyo County, California

    Ubehebe and Little Hebe Crater Trail

    5.0
    2.21 mi / 745 ft gain
    Ubehebe and Little Hebe Crater Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Death Valley, California.
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  • Inyo County, California

    Photograph Dante's View of Death Valley

    4.7
    In all of Death Valley National Park, Dante's View might just be the best spot to watch the light fade away after a long day. Unfortunately, it is one of the highly missed spots along the Highway 190 Death Valley route. This might be due to the fact that it is about 15 miles off of the highway, b...
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  • Seven Pines, California

    Mt. Williamson via Shepherd Pass

    5.0
    26.66 mi / 10653 ft gain
    This trail starts at the lowest, and generally regarded hardest, trailhead in the Southern Sierras. You quickly gain elevation in what many describe as manageable but relentless. The first section of the hike has nice shade and adequate water access. Very enjoyable company to boot! Once you cros...
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  • Inyo County, California

    Hike Schwaub Peak and Visit Dante's View

    8 mi / 2400 ft gain
    Getting There From the Furnace Creek Inn in Death Valley, drive two miles east on the 190 to the Echo Canyon dirt road. This can be easy to miss, so use your odometer and keep your eyes peeled. Here's where the fun begins! You'll want a 4x4 with high clearance for the rest of the drive, though 4...
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