Hayden Cabin Museum This is located in a bucolic spot along the edge of Mammoth Creek. The log cabin date from the 1920's and houses the Mammoth Museum. It was originally built as a hunting and fishing lodge - built by hand using local materials over a span of 10 years. Contains a variety of exhibits including mining equipment, furnishing, a number of era photos and some art work. Admission is free although a $5 donation is encouraged. … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Summer Events
The following is a listing of events that occur in the summer. Most are annual events although the specific data may vary somewhat depending on the year. April Dave McCoy College Classic Ski/Snowboard Race Ski Club Appreciation Day at Mammoth Mountain Fishing Season Opens Fishing Enhancement Fundraising Dinner Mammoth Boarder-X Ski and Golf Classic Rossignol Race Camp at Mammoth May Mammoth High School Band Spring … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Mammoth Ski Resort
Mammoth Ski Resort is appropriately named. The size boggles the mind. It is arguably California's greatest ski resort. Offers a wide diversity of terrain for beginners to experts - many of the slopes, crevasses, moguls, and cornices are extremely challenging. Mammoth's base elevation is about 7,800 feet and the resort rises to a top elevation of 11,053 which is the makes it the highest ski resort in California. There are many different access … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Nearby Lakes
CONVICT LAKE Located only about 20 minutes from Mammoth Lakes, Convict Lake is 'hidden' from view from Highway 395 yet is only 2 miles from this highway. Nestled at the base of dramatic mountains - popular for it's scenic vistas and and fish (well-stocked to keep up with the demand of fisherman). Produces some large Rainbow trout - two annual fishing derbies are held - “Round Up at the Lake” in spring and “Ambush at the Lake” in fall.The lake … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Hiking Trails
Going to Mammoth Lakes and deciding not to hike is like going to Disneyland and not going on any rides. The town is surrounded by the rugged natural beauty of the raw Sierra Nevada - offering many hikes ranging from easy, to moderate to strenuous. Crystal Lake/Crystal Crag is a 1.75 mile hike. You can access the trailhead to the right of the parking lot entrance at Lake George. The trail climbs above lake George giving you good … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Horseback Riding
Do you want to venture deeper into the Eastern Sierra's without having to drive a car or expend too much energy. A simple and relaxing method of transportation is on horseback. Several local outfitters are listed below: Agnew Meadows Pack Station offer two hour or half day horseback rides from Agnew Meadow. Phone: 760.934.2345. Mammoth Lakes Pack Outfit is located on Lake Mary Road just past Twin Lakes. They offer rides into the high … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Bodie
Bodie (8,379 feet) is well-worth a visit; this is one of California's best preserved old mining towns. At the height of the mining days (1872-1882), Bodie's population swelled to around 10,000 people. In the early 1900's it was plagued by fires and earthquakes. Eventually gold ran out of the nearby mines and the town slowly died, like so many other California mining towns. However, Bodie, unlike so many other California mining towns - still … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Hotels
These hotels are listed for the Mammoth vicinity. All prices listed are for 1P/1 room/1 night. Lower rates can usually be found in the fall and spring months. Prices subject to change without notice. Unless otherwise noted all Phone Numbers are in the 760 area code. General 1849 Condominiums are located at 826 Lakeview Blvd. They have 46 rooms, are rated three stars, and their prices range from $120 to $280. Phone Number … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Restaurants
On the whole, we find the restaurants in Mammoth to be quite expensive and the food generally average. This is not to say that there aren't some good restaurants - and the food scene has generally improved in the past 10 or so years. Pick up a copy of Mammoth Menus, which is available at Vons or at some of the restaurants. This is a very informative guide to dining in the Mammoth area. Menus and prices are included. Prices subject to change … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – More Info
The following links are provided to help you with your quest to find more information about the beautiful Mammoth Lakes area. Have specific questions about this article? Email: dave@pon.net … [Read more...]
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