The Top 13 Lakes around Lee Vining
Looking to visit the best lakes around Lee Vining? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Lee Vining’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Mono Lake (South Tufa Area)
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These bizarre rock formations are formed in and around Mono Lake from the salty, alkaline water of Mono Lake in connection with underground springs.
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Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center
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Central visitor center serving the entire Mono Basin area. Usually closed in winter (Dec-Mar) with great info about Mono Lake, permits, and the trails in the adjacent Sierra Valleys between …
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Tioga Lake Campground
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Tioga Lake is a small glacial lake in the Inyo National Forest of Mono County, California, about two miles (3 km) north of the Tioga Pass entrance to Yosemite National …
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Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve
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The reserve was established to preserve the spectacular "tufa towers," calcium-carbonate spires and knobs formed by interaction of freshwater springs and alkaline lake water. It also protects the lake surface …
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Mono Lake Shoreline
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From the parking lot on "Picnic Shortcut Road," here is the shortest walk to get to the shores of Lake Mono. Some activities usually enjoyed around this area are not …
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