Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area
Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
P.O. Box 99;
Lee Vining, California 93541
Phone: 760-647-6331 | E-mail
Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area
Mono Basin Visitor Center
P.O. Box 429;
Lee Vining, California 93541
Phone: 760-873-2408 x 5.
Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve consists of those State-owned lake bed lands below the elevation of 6,417 feet above sea level. The Reserve was established in 1982 to preserve the spectacular tufa formations and other natural features of Mono Lake.
The Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area was designated by Congress in 1984 to protect the natural, cultural, and scenic resources of the Mono Basin. The Scenic Area encompasses 116,000 acres and includes the Mono Basin Visitor Center in Lee Vining. The Mono Basin Scenic Area was the first of its kind in the National Forest System. California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service work cooperatively to manage the public lands around Mono Lake.
| Area: | 116,000 acres | ||
| Elevation: | 6,417 feet | ||
| Fees: | N/A | ||
| Hours: | N/A | ||
| Visitor Center: | Yes | ||
| Facilities: | Visitor center, restrooms, picnic areas, trails. | ||
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| Coordinates: | Map Coordinates (NAD83): 38 0.98N; 119 8.52W. | ||
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Camping
There is no camping within the Reserve or the Scenic Area.
Hiking
There are several very short nature trails at various points around the lake, most notably in the South Tufa Area. Check our personal notes for detailed descriptions.
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See our Day Hiking Tips.
