What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Mount Whitney Portal to Lone Pine Lake
After taking the trail to the Mobius Arch and considering the mountains framed through the portal, try climbing to the heights via this trail, located close to Lone Pine. Several switchbacks make the 1,876-foot elevation gain easier to handle, and the lake's view is a fantastic gift.
Length: 6.5 miles
Intensity: Difficult
Movie Road Trail
The Movie Road Trail is a more leisurely hike with a lot of film industry history. It is an all-day hike that elevates over 2,000 feet with several views of familiar landscapes often seen in films. The trailhead is well-marked and easy to find just west of Lone Pine.
Length: 17.0 miles
Intensity: Intermediate
Fishing and Boating
Anglers find many opportunities to fish when visiting the area near the Mobius Arch Loop Trail. Most are high lakes with pristine views, such as Meysan Lake, Lone Pine Lake, or Green Lake. There are no roads reaching these angling opportunities, so come prepared for a hike, great views, and plenty of strikes from hungry fish.
Climbing
The area around the Mobius Arch Loop Trail offers many opportunities for rock climbers. Amateurs prefer to climb Mount Whitney — at 14,494 feet, the highest peak in the contiguous 48 states — via the well-established Mountaineer Trail. This route is the same as that taken by John Muir in 1873, the first human to ascend the mountain.
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife is abundant in the area. Mule deer are often seen by hikers and bikers exploring the countryside. Bighorn sheep find easy purchase on the cliffsides providing exciting views of their jumps up and down the steep heights. Birding brings visitors to see unusual species such as the Broad-Tailed Costa’s Hummingbird and the white-headed woodpecker.
Picnicking
Picnic tables are available at most trailheads but not along the pathways. Those consuming food at the end of any trail must carry out any refuse. Picnic tables in Lone Pine and other small communities are often strategically placed to enhance fantastic countryside views.
Stargazing
Only a few small towns lie near the Mobius Arch Loop Trail. Much of the landscape lies at high elevations. These two factors lead to an impressive night sky where visitors get a fantastic view.
