San Joaquin, S. Fork
Florence Lake to Mono Hot Springs
Doris Lake is one of the attractions in the SF San Joaquin area. Hot springs feed the lake and keep the temperature in a pleasant range. The water is cool, but not cold and one can swim for a long time without becoming uncomfortable. The river and any other lake in the area will be freezing cold. This lake is about 2/3 of a mile north and slightly east of Mono Hot Springs. There is a popular trail leading from the end of the road at Mono Hot Springs. There is probably also a trail leading to the lake from the road to Edison Lake. Doris is only 1/3 mile from spots along this road. We had fun time jumping off the cliffs into the lake shortly after this picture was taken.
Paul Martzen
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