Glass Rock Trail Near Bass Lake, Oakhurst CA

About

Glass Rock is a short, steep scramble to an open granite outcrop above Bass Lake, just off Beasore Road south of Yosemite. At 3,894 feet, the summit slab opens onto wide views of Bass Lake and the surrounding Sierra National Forest — a solid payoff for a hike most people finish inside an hour.

Trail Basics

The route covers a round trip of about 0.6 miles with roughly 141 feet of elevation gain, rated moderate mostly for a few steep, loose sections near the top rather than its length. Most hikers are up and back in 30 minutes to an hour, and there's no loop option — it's the same path up and down.

Getting There

Park at the dirt pull-out along Beasore Road — there's no formal trailhead sign or lot, so watch your mileage on the approach. The path climbs briefly through forest before breaking out onto open granite.

Before You Go

No restrooms, water, or services at the trailhead.
Dogs are welcome on leash.
The rock can be slick, especially early morning or after rain — take care on the exposed granite near the edges.
Land around the trail is privately owned; stay on the established path and don't use other pull-outs as shortcuts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Glass Rock Trail?

It's a short out-and-back of about 0.6 miles round trip with roughly 141 feet of elevation gain — most hikers finish in 30 minutes to an hour.

Where does the Glass Rock Trail start?

At an unmarked dirt pull-out along Beasore Road near Bass Lake, southwest of Yosemite. There's no formal trailhead lot, so watch your mileage on the approach.

Are dogs allowed on the Glass Rock Trail?

Yes, dogs are welcome as long as they're kept on a leash.

Is the Glass Rock summit on private property?

The trail itself is public, but it's surrounded by private land — stay on the established path and avoid using other nearby pull-outs as alternate access points.