Mammoth Lakes Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Mono County, California, United States
About Mammoth Lakes
The Sierra Nevada mountains are a popular snow skiing destination. For Californians living inLos Angeles, Mammoth Mountain is the easiest resort to get to fromLos Angeles. The Town of Mammoth Lakes serves one main function: a place for these hordes of Los Angelenos to stay. Condos, motels, hotels, and restaurants fill this small town to serve the flood of winter visitors. In summer, the flood stops and rents plunge, making Mammoth an affordable base to explore the region. At 8,000 feet (2,400m) of elevation, the city stays naturally cool during the region's summer heat waves. NearbyBishoproutinely heats to 105°F (41°C) while Mammoth tops out around 84°F (29°C).
Top Attractions in Mammoth Lakes
Explore the best things to see and do in Mammoth Lakes:
- ★Backcountry Camping
- ★Hot Creek Geological Area
- ★Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
- ★Sierra Star Golf Course
- ★Sightseeing
- ★Snowshoeing
Where to Eat in Mammoth Lakes
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Base Camp Cafe
- 🍴Breakfast Club
- 🍴Convict Lake Restaurant
- 🍴Good Life Cafe
- 🍴Petra's Cafe
- 🍴Restaurant SKADI
Where to Stay in Mammoth Lakes
- 🏨1849 Condos
- 🏨Cinnamon Bear Inn
- 🏨Discovery 4 Condominiums
- 🏨Empeiria High Sierra Hotel
- 🏨Mammoth Premiere Reservations
- 🏨Mammoth Reservation Bureau
Mammoth Lakes Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: