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Horseshoe Lake, Mammoth Lakes

4.5
#8 of 13 in Nature in Mammoth Lakes
Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
Horseshoe Lake is a lake in Mono County, California, near the Mammoth Mountain ski resort. The soil near the lake contains a high concentration of carbon dioxide which, when it seeps from the soil, kills trees and poses a threat to humans.
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  • By JosepMarce
    After a short hike around the lake with my 2 teenagers, we were ready to cool down on the water. Lake level seemed low but still great for a nice swim. Lots of dogs on the shore and the water playing.  more »
  • By Jaisal9
    Little reputed Horseshoe Lake has an extraordinary view of a horseshoe of beautiful mountains. It competes with the Minaret Vista. However, the water level was sadly low when I visited  more »
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  • By Deborah Mason Reichert
    Gorgeous lake. Easy walk around the lake, suitable for all, even a stroller! Sign posted about possible Dangerous levels of C02.
  • By sathish kumar
    Beautiful scenery here !! Water was still cold in August!! Make sure to spend time here if you are in the Mammoth lakes area !!
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