Mono Pass
This historic, trans-Sierra trail climbs to Mono Pass (elevation 10,600 feet).
Plan Around Mono Pass
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Mono Pass Details
This historic, trans-Sierra trail climbs gently at first from the Mono Pass parking area, through wet meadows and rushing creeks. At the Spillway Lake junction, the trail climbs steadily and more steeply to Mono Pass (elevation 10,600 feet). Don't miss the spectacular view of Mono Lake and Bloody Canyon: from the pass, hike a bit farther toward Upper Sardine Lake. Trailhead: Begin at signed trailhead along Tioga Road (six miles east of Tuolumne Meadows) - shuttle service available from Tuolumne Lodge.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
8 miles
Estimated time
5 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mono Pass
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Mono Pass Trailhead
This trailhead serves the trail of Mono/Parker Pass.
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Lodgepole Pine Forest (T37)
This variety of pine (Pinus contorta) is one of the most common trees found in Yosemite National Park.
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Dana Fork (T34)
Running along side Highway 120, this Fork is very accessible to visitors who enjoy fishing for native trout.
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Mono Trail (T35)
An interpretive sign located here describes the old Native American trail over Mono Pass.
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Dana-Gibbs View (T36)
From this point, you can view both Mount Dana and Mount Gibbs in the distance.
