Starting about September 25, just when the weather temperatures start to drop, the leaves start to change color before they drop, and autumn moves in. The leaves change colors because the cold air moves in from the top of the mountains and as the weather goes chilly at night, the trees begin to conserve their energy. It is a site to behold. You will want to bring your camera to see the Mammoth leaves change color. Read on how to get your free copy of the guide where the best viewing is. <... More

Yep, fishing is still the primary activity in Mammoth Lakes during the summer months. The lakes are full of juicy trout and there are plenty of fish contests for the hard core. The best fishing this time of year is the out of the way "hide-aways" in the Mammoth Lakes basin, or nearby streams. There are more lakes than just the Mammoth basin so you may want to check out our secret spots. We also have the trout stocking schedule so if you want to make sure you don't get "skunked". The bait an... More

Mammoth camping season is open. Time to pack up and put up your tent! This is a comprehensive list of the sites in Mammoth, Bishop, Yosemite, and various smaller hidden areas listed with their respective amenities. Many can be booked online. We recommend reserving your site as the most popular areas are always full and those sites that don't take reservations are on a first arrive basis. If you're looking for something special try the sites around the Mammoth Lakes Basin. La... More

Mountain biking at the Mammoth bike park is a fantastic activity when you come up for a vacation. The gondola and chair lifts can take you all over the mountain so no matter if you're a novice or a season biker, you can get the ride of your life. (helmets please!) The terrain and trails are full of bumps, jumps, obstacles and whether you want to grind and push hard, or coast and let the 1,000 ft drops take you, you're going to get an exhilarating work out. Mountain biking in Mammoth is a pas... More

Hiking around Mammoth is an all year experience and certainly not be missed. In the early season, hikes are filled with trees getting their first leaves, the beginning of the waterfalls, and the birds and sounds of nature waking up. There may be snow on the ground, but trails never really close. In summer, the mountainside is in its full glory with wildflowers, nature and the smell of the forest air. You'll also see lots of wildlife out in the forest from beautiful birds to our black be... More

All year round, and especially in Fall, going out in search of the unique rock formations becomes part of the exploration and adventures in Mammoth. The volcanic eruptions from the early years left amazing sites that are open for those looking for another way to "go take a hike." There are dozens of places where one can find rocks that were created when the ground heated up and then cooled rapidly. The Inyo Craters located just outside the Mammoth town limits and on the famous scenic loop pro... More

Golf is one of the sports where it feels great to be outside, and golfing in Mammoth is no exception. The sun beaming down on the course, the cool crisp mountain air, and the setting of the pine forest makes for one memorable experience. The ball flies further at 8,000 feet so your golf game is immediately improved. And, if you want to do a lesson with the pro, a simple call can take care of that. There are a total of 27 holes in Mammoth on the courses with 18 at Sierra Star, and 9 at Snowc... More