Lone Pine Lake

88 /100
Great day to go Updated 2026-07-21 02:45 UTC
🌡 64°F
🌬 10 mph
💨 AQI 28
🌡 Temperature
64°F
Feels like 59°F
💨 Air Quality
28
Good · PM2.5
🌬 Wind
10 mph
Gusts 14 mph
🌧 Rain Chance
13%
Current conditions
DifficultyModerate
Distance5.6 mi
Elevation Gain1,676 ft
Route TypeOut & back
Best MonthsJun–Oct
Park / AreaInyo National Forest
Current Status
5-Day Forecast
Mon
7/20
21%
72°
60°
UV 7
☀️ 05:50–20:08
Tue
7/21
39%
73°
58°
UV 7
☀️ 05:50–20:07
Wed
7/22
59%
73°
54°
UV 8
☀️ 05:51–20:07
Thu
7/23
14%
80°
60°
UV 9
☀️ 05:52–20:06
Fri
7/24
26%
78°
63°
UV 8
☀️ 05:53–20:05
Trail Notes

No permit required to the lake (only for full Whitney summit); snow patches above 9500 ft until mid-June; dogs legal in Inyo NF section

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current conditions at Lone Pine Lake?

As of the latest update, Lone Pine Lake is scoring 88/100 (Great day to go). Temperature: 64°F, wind: 10 mph, rain chance: 13%. Data is refreshed every 30 minutes.

Is Lone Pine Lake dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Lone Pine Lake. Leash required.

How difficult is Lone Pine Lake?

Lone Pine Lake is rated Moderate. The trail is 5.6 miles with 1676 ft of elevation gain.

What is the air quality (AQI) at Lone Pine Lake today?

Current AQI at Lone Pine Lake is 28 — Good. AQI under 50 is Good; 51-100 is Moderate; above 100 may require a mask.

When is the best time to visit Lone Pine Lake?

The best months to hike Lone Pine Lake are Jun–Oct.

Typical Weather by Month at Lone Pine Lake

Best months to hike Lone Pine Lake: Jun–Oct.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowWet Days
January35°F25°F8
February35°F24°F7
March36°F25°F8
April45°F33°F4
May53°F38°F8
June67°F51°F5
July73°F58°F8
August72°F57°F5
September66°F51°F3
October57°F43°F2
November44°F32°F4
December37°F26°F7

Open-Meteo ERA5 historical, 2015-2024. Historical averages — check the live forecast above before you go.

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