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Summary: This is a nice hike that takes you from the bustling "city" of the Mono Village Resort to semi-solitude in roughly four easy miles. There is a small stream to cross early in the hike, but nothing that can't usually be jumped across. Half way to the lake you will pass through some Aspen groves just outside the Hoover Wilderness. The final climb to the lake can seem tedius, but the rewards are well worth effort. Be sure to bring the camera and plenty of film! For more details and photos of my backpacking trip there visit my website The Backcountry: Barney Lake. Trailhead: From the town of Bridgeport on Highway 395, head west on Twin Lakes Road to the entrance of Mono Village. The trailhead can be somewhat difficult to find with all of the RV's and dirt roads in Mono Village. There are signs throughout the resort pointing to the trail to Barney Lake which officially starts at the end of a half mile dirt road. (Lat:38.14044 Lon:-119.43808) Trail Guides for Barney Lake: Yosemite National Park by Jeffrey P. Schaffer (Wilderness Press) California Hiking by Tom Stienstra & Ann Marie Brown (Foghorn Press) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Horses, Ranger Contact: Bridgeport Ranger District, (760) 932-7070 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Mike Matenkosky, who has posted 18 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by John on 3/6/2010 I hiked this trail and spent the night in 1969 with my father. The only hiking we ever did. Thank you for the wonderful memories dad, they will last forever. 
Reviewed by MJ on 1/26/2010 This was our 2nd trip up to Barney Lake 1st time was awesome but the 2nd time was disappointing. The hike there is great but when we got there we were attacked by mesquites it was real bad. The fishing was real good. We were there July 19th 2009. Note*check with the kiosk before taking the hike. 
Reviewed by Gordon on 8/21/2009 I did this hike last year and this year both as part of a backpack trip to Yosemite. I've always envied those doing it for a day hike. It's very popular probably because it's right next to Mono Village. It winds from Pine Forest uphill gently through 3 Aspen Groves and then an uphill section with some switchbacks lead to Barney Lake. The trail has several points with wonderful views back down the valley. Barney Lake has the best beach for resting and sunbathing that I've ever seen in the mountains. Further, it beckon's one onto the higher lakes in Hoover Wilderness and Yosemite.
Reviewed by Gary on 8/19/2009 My wife and I did the round trip in 5 hours in early August...Lots of Mosquitoes the switchbacks for the last mile up to the lake seemed like an eternity. The water was too cold to totally jump in, got cold up to my knees.It was just ok... The hike to Parker Lake in the June Lakes area is way nicer!
Reviewed by Monica on 4/22/2009 Our family has been making the journey to Twin Lakes for as long as I can remember. Barney Lake is by far the most scenic in the area with wild flowers, wild life and amazing view of glaciers when you arrive. Recommend starting very early in the morning so the switchbacks can be done before it gets too hot and to allow time to spend exploring around the beautiful mirror lake. WONDEROUS
Reviewed by Patti on 3/11/2009 I take this hike every year in August. When we arrive at Barney Lake I jump into the lake to celebrate my birthday and have a picnic. It is the most beautiful place on earth.
Reviewed by HK on 2/23/2009 I love this hike. You get to see lots of Aspens and I can only dream how beautiful this would be in fall. I had a bit of a tough time finding the trail because you have to walk through the Mono campground. I did this hike in June...so as one reviewer said, bring your bug spray!! I cannot stress this enough.
Reviewed by Christie on 7/25/2007 We did this hike on 7/22/07 and it was spectacular. Starting at Annetts Mono Village you go through a forest of large pines that then opens to a very large meadow. While hiking the meadow you see beautiful aspen groves, snow capped mountain tops, sage valleys, and a beautiful variety of trees and landscape. The switchbacks through the aspen grove near the end was a bit tough, and warm in the afternoon sun. Reaching the end to see Barney Lake was amazing, the lake is surrounded by granite rock formations and it has a nice sand beach at one end. Bring bug spray! Ending back at Annett's Mono Village at sunset was amazing! We did this hike in 1.5 hours each way, at a moderate pace. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Mono County Hiking, Mono County Trails, Mono County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||