Hike or ski your way to this hidden gem tucked away in the John Muir Wilderness in the Eastern Sierra Nevada.
The Tuttle Creek Ashram is an abandoned stone building, “church” or place of enlightenment tucked away in the beautiful Eastern Sierra. Sitting at an elevation around 8000 feet, construction on the beautiful building was first started in 1928. The building took 20 years of hard manual labor to finish this amazing structure.
Once you are on the trail, it is very well marked as it follows Tuttle Creek west towards the mountains. You will initially be able to see the Ashram about a 1/2 mile into the trail. The stone structure blends right into the mountain side. Just a couple hundred yards from the Ashram, the trail turns right and crosses a small wooden bridge over the creek. If you stop at the bridge and look left/south, following the creek up the mountain, you will see a waterfall. Finish the short hike up and enjoy lunch in this hidden mountain sanctuary. The trail is also a starting point for much more hiking and skiing.
