Dorothy Lake Loop
2.9 mi
Distance
443 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 10m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Dorothy Lake Loop is a point-to-point trail in Inyo County, California. It is 2.9 miles long and gains 443 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Swall Meadows, California, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,079 ft |
| High point | 1.8 mi | 3,207 ft |
| End | 2.8 mi | 3,198 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Swall Meadows, CA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Inyo County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Inyo National Forest Rock Creek Lake Campground
1.5 mi awayInyo National Forest
Bishop, CA
National Forest Reservable
Rock Creek Lake Campground
1.5 mi awayInyo National Forest
Quincy, CA
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable No Service
East Fork Campground – Inyo National Forest (ca)
1.8 mi awayInyo National Forest
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Check official pricing134 sitesNational Forest Reservable TentRV PopularBooks out · 93% No Service
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