Ever Been to Ellery?

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Ellery Lake (9/11/25) Kim Espinosa/Visit Mammoth

Ellery Lake along Tioga Pass, up Lee Vining Canyon, is a little gem with opportunity for small pops of color.

Right now, the willow bushes are beginning to show a yellow hue and a small collection of aspens are just beginning to change colors.  

Ellery Lake is located just outside the official entrance gate to Yosemite and can’t be missed. Fun fact: Ellery Lake is manmade.

Ellery Lake – Just Starting (0-10%)

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Ellery Lake willows (9/11/25) Kim Espinosa/Visit Mammoth

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