Destination information
9 deep, blue lakes form the Mammoth Lakes Basin and another 100 lakes dot the surrounding countryside. The region bubbles with hot springs, too.
You can walk woodland trails through dense forests, paddle in crystal-clear streams and indulge in a spot of fishing. There's a 90-mile cycle-trail network in the Bike Park and plenty of organised fun for kids. Sightseeing trips include the Devil's Postpile National Monument, Rainbow Falls and beautiful Tamarack Lake or hit the slopes in the winter months. When the day is over, head into Mammoth Lakes and unwind in one of the restaurants and bars.
Eats & drinks
For seafood and entertainment, head for Charterhouse. The Sherwins is great for live music and Grumpy's Saloon and Eatery is a popular sports bar. Whiskey Creek has its own microbrewery and the Clocktower Cellar Bar at the Alpenhof Lodge is our nominated Virgin pub in winter!
Getting around
To reach out-of-the-way places, your hire car is best, otherwise hiking, bicycle and horseback trails allow you to get close to nature.
Additional info
Please note that the Tioga Pass and Glacier Point in Yosemite are both closed at certain times between October and May due to weather conditions. Dates of closure in these months may vary please visit the following website for full details of closures that may affect your route - www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/tiogaopen.htm