Mount Morgan, California

About Mount Morgan: Mount Morgan is a mountain located in Inyo County, California, in the John Muir Wilderness. Mount Morgan stands within the endorheic watershed of Owens Lake, now a dry lake since its main source of water, the Owens River, was diverted to supply Los Angeles. The west and north sides of Mt. Morgan drain into Rock Creek, thence into the Owens River. The east and south sides of Morgan drain into Morgan Creek, thence into Pine Creek, and into lower Rock Creek. Mount Morgan is accessed by trail from Rock Creek Canyon, above Tom's Place on 395. Park at the far end of the lake. The trail is well marked the 1st 4 miles to Francis Lake, where it ends. From there it is a scramble up rocky slopes for 2 more miles to the summit. Very treacherous footing. Not for the faint-of-heart.