Mammoth Mountain Resort rundown: Enjoy wide open beginner and intermediate slopes and steep bowls for the advanced skiers and riders. The high altitude ensures light, fluffy snow and great conditions for families.
Mammoth is California’s highest ski resort and with a base elevation of 2,424 metres and a whopping 3,369 metres at the summit. The resort receives abundant snowfall each year, the high altitude ensures light, fluffy snow and great conditions for families. Enjoy wide open beginner and intermediate slopes and steep bowls for the advanced skiers and riders.
Mammoth Mountain has a host of family friendly experiences. From childcare and kids lessons to family fun at Woolly’s Tube and Snow Play Park and kid-friendly menus.
Skiable area
1,500 hectares
Lifts
28
Terrain parks
5
Runs
150
3 years
Minimum age for ski lessons
3 years
Minimum age for snowboard lessons
Child minding for infants
Grading of runs
Beginner: 20%
Intermediate: 54%
Advanced: 26%
Summit height
2,322 metres
Length of season
November to April
Average snowfall
16 metres
Ski-in/Ski-out
Winter in Mammoth Lakes inspires adventure at every turn. From skiing and snowboarding at the world-famous Mammoth Mountain (California’s highest chairlift-serviced peak) and miles upon miles of cross-country and snowshoe terrain to snowmobile adventures and family fun filled with sledding and snowball fights, there are so many ways for everyone to enjoy this spectacular, snowy winter wonderland.
Woolly’s Tube Park
Scenic gondola rides
Skiing
Snowboarding
Snowmobile adventures
Snowcat tours
Mountain and naturalist tours
Cross-country skiing
Intro to touring
Biking
Hiking
Fishing
Boating, kayaking & paddle boarding
Camping
Golf
Swimming
Climbing
There’s nothing more fun than ripping down a run with style to spare. Whether it’s your family’s first day on the slopes or you’re looking to take your skills to new heights, you’ll be turning heads before you know it with lessons from our top-notch ski and snowboard instructors – some of the best in the nation. Lessons also serve as a great social gathering as you explore the mountain with other students of your same pace and ability.
Whether you’re after affordability, convenience, luxury or a little bit of each, the Mammoth Lodging Collection offers the widest selection of rooms, cabins, and condos in town.
For over half a century, Mammoth’s classic slopeside hotel has provided stunning mountain views and ski-in, ski-out convenience to families and powder hounds alike.
Located in the heart of The Village just steps away from the best shopping, dining, and entertainment in town, The Village Lodge is Mammoth’s most popular all-access hotel.
Nestled at the base of Mammoth Mountain, Juniper Springs Resort also offers convenient ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes, ski school, and all the amenities of the Eagle base lodge
With world-class cross country skiing and snowshoeing right outside your door, Tamarack Lodge provides the perfect mix of rustic charm and convenience.
This full-service luxury hotel is just steps away from the Village Gondola offering quick access to the ski slopes Mid-December through mid-April, as well as in close proximity to The Village’s many restaurants, shops and nightlife options. After a day of adventures in the High Sierra, sit down to fine dining at the Whitebark Restaurant & Lounge or enjoy your meals fireside in the privacy of your suite.
Mammoth Lake Tourism
California, USA
Phone: 1 888-GO MAMMOTH (1 888 466 2666)
Email: info@visitmammoth.com
Website: www.visitmammoth.com
All images © Mammoth Lakes Tourism
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