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Weather, Road Conditions, and Safety

12/22/2021

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The trip to and through Mammoth can be hazardous during snow and ice conditions. Here are some quick tips to help you prepare for your trip:

Highway Driving and In-Town Travel:
  • During winter, snow chains are often required in the Town of Mammoth Lakes and on the US 395. Be sure to carry chains and know how to install them.
  • Highways are sometimes closed due to unsafe conditions. Please use the following links to get up-to-date info as you plan your travel:
    • Caltrans District 9 on Facebook
    • CHP Bishop on Facebook
    • CalTrans Highway Number Lookup
    • CalTrans District 9
    • ​Caltrans QuickMap
  • In town, streets and drives can be impassable in snow and ice. Please be sure to carry chains and know how to install them. It is a good idea to carry a snow shovel, water, and warm clothing in case of  emergency.
  • To get around town safely in the snow and freezing weather, consider using the free Mammoth Shuttle. The shuttles are dependable, tho they may be delayed in blizzard conditions,. For more info, map and schedules, click here. ​

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  • Around your rental:
  • Due to snow, ice and freezing conditions, be cautious on the balconies and walkways which are prone to icing.
  • Be aware of falling snow and ice from buildings roofs. Do not stand under roof eaves.
  • Parking is restricted in many areas of town. Read signs carefully before parking.
  • Local snowplow/shoveling providers work very hard but it is difficult for them to keep the drive and walkways clear during heavy snow cycles. They generally plow at the end of a snow cycle, or if 6 inches has accumulated.

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Thanksgiving in Mammoth

11/22/2021

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What a relief to be able to say that many of our favorite Mammoth Lakes holiday activities are back on for 2021~

The Turkey Trot, Tree Lighting, Ice Skate opener are all happening, and Mammoth Mountain operations are (almost) back to normal.

Read on for more info about all the fun and fantastic holiday activities waiting for you in Mammoth this November. ​
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Turkey Trot

​Start your Thanksgiving morning out right with a two mile run family-friendly fun run through the Trails community. Costumes and fun are encouraged.

Registrants will receive a commemorative technical long-sleeve shirt before the race, and a medal and cider/hot cocoa after the race. Top finishers will receive a pumpkin cheesecake to add to your late day Thanksgiving feast.

More info here.
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Ice Rink Opener

Join the locals at our community rink, owned and operated by our Parks & Rec and local school district. 

Strap on some skates to celebrate the opening of the 2021/22 season at the Mammoth Ice Rink on Friday, November 26 (weather dependent).

FREE admission and skate rentals (subject to availability) following the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony!
More Info Here
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Tree Lighting

The Village at Mammoth and Town of Mammoth Lakes present a kickoff to the holidays with free fun for the whole family. Join Woolly and Santa for photos, kids activities and live music outdoors before the magical first lighting of The Village holiday tree.

Nov 26 Event Schedule
5:30PM Live Music on the Village Plaza Stage
6:30PM Tree Lighting with Santa & Wooly
6:30PM Photos with Santa & Wooly
More info here.
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Mountain Ops 2021

Covid, schmovid. Yep, no matter how tired we are of hearing about it, MM operations are still impacted by the need to follow local restrictions and to keep our community safe.
Quick Skinny:
  • Reservations not required for 2021.
  • Masks required indoors.
  • Respect employees, especially regarding Covid regulations.
  • Proof of vax not required.
More Info Here
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Fall for the Eastern Sierra's Finest Color

9/27/2021

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Wanna know a secret? Honestly, I probably shouldn't say this. But maybe you already know. Fall in Mammoth Lakes is pure magic. The crowds have gone home, the weather is cool, and the nightly rates are lower than any other time of the year.

And if you time your trip right, you might just enjoy the most spectacular fall color in the western USA. Our colors are so fantastic that we made the most recent cover of Peloton Magazine. Check it out at this link or by clicking on the Peloton image below.

And please, read on for links and tips to make the most of your autumn trip to Mammoth and the Eastern Sierra.
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Mono County has some of the best fall color resources so we've included links to their resource page below ... Find guides, maps, descriptions, even a gallery of fantastic fall color from years gone by. Whether you're taking it easy by driving or hiking, or looking to challenge yourself with a helicopter or horseback tour, you can find just about any info you need with these Mono Co links.
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Best Fall Color Hikes

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Fall Color Image Gallery

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Unique Ways to See the Colors
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Fall Color Report (updated each Wednesday)

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Fall Color Drives

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Fall Color Viewing Areas

Before you head out, make sure to download the Fall Color Brochure, linked below. It includes a detailed map of foliage sites from Big Pine to Topaz, and 20 points in between, Some are drives, some hikes, some are both-- but all are described in detail so you can pick the best spots for your trip.

Top Tip: Get a general idea of what you want to do, but just before your travel dates, cross-reference the map to the Fall Color Report to maximize your search for the best fall colors.
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Traveling with Pets to Mammoth and the Eastern Sierra

5/25/2021

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Although Mammoth is known as a dog-friendly town (and it IS!), in recent months town has begun to enforce the existing leash law. That means that you won't be able to let your pet roam as freely as we all once did. In fact, if your dog is found off-leash within town limits, you can be cited. And yes, that includes all the old favorites like Shady Rest, the Propane Tanks, Lakes Basin, even the Scenic Loop area. 
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Although Town cites a recent spike in dog bite incidents for the increased enforcement, it is also a result of a massive amount of dog poo left all over town, and requiring hours and even days of cleaning to remediate. Mammoth Trails Coordinator, Joel Rathje, who rallies an army of volunteers each spring to pick up tons of poo (literally) in Shady Rest park: “People need to take personal responsibility for their pets. Bottom line … It’s our basic responsibility as pet owners in developed recreation sites.”
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Resources

Dog Adventures and Dogsitting:

Sierra Dogventures
https://sierradogventures.com/

Other Individual Dogsitters:
www.rover.com
www.care.com


Pet Store:

​Tailwaggers, Mammoth
https://tailwaggersmammoth.com/

Local Vet:

Bishop Veterinary Hospital at Mammoth
437 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
(760) 934-2287
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For a pdf copy of our Dog Park map with clickable links and navigation, please send me an email.

A few rules reminders for Adventure Refined properties:
  • Pets may not be left alone in our properties unless kenneled.
  • As per ADA requirements, service animals should never be left alone and should always be under the direct control of the handler.
  • Pet or service animals are not allowed on the furniture.
  • Pet or service animals must be treated for fleas and ticks and be up to date on all vaccinations.
  • Pet parents should be aware of local risks to pets such as wildlife and pests.
  • Pet or service animals must be supervised and leashed in common areas including the foyers, garage, and any shared spaces.
  • Pet parents must clean up your animal’s waste. Leaving waste, even in bags, can attract bears. Always dispose of waste in a bear-safe dumpster.
  • Evidence that rules were not followed will result in resolution center fees and/or loss of deposit. 
  • Pet parents should be aware of leash and muzzle rules for Town of Mammoth Lakes and for 
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What's Open in the Eastern Sierra- April 19

4/19/2021

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Mammoth Lakes Spring wiki - Is it open?

Forest Service Recreation Updates Page: linked here. 

Trails that are snow free: (trail reports can be sent to info@visitmammoth.com)
  • Town loop except portions by Eagle Lodge and past Minaret and Main intersection. Winter closure at Twin Lakes.
  • Convict Lake - mostly snow free all the way around (patch on the south side with snow)
  • Lower Rock Creek
  • McGee - first few miles snow free
  • Hot Creek geological site

Visitor Centers:
Lone Pine: Open Thursday through Monday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to in person services. 
  • Visitor questions are being answered via phone, 760-876-6200, Monday- Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, closed federal holidays. 

Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center: Open Thursday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to in person services.
  •  Visitor questions are being answered via phone call daily, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, 760-924-5500. 
  • Visitors can also call Mammoth Lakes Tourism with questions: 1-888-GO- Mammoth 
 
The Devils Postpile Ranger Station is closed for the season. 

The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center is closed for the season.  
 
The White Mountain Ranger Station Visitor Center is closed, but visitor questions are being answered via phone, 760-873-2500, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am -4:30 pm, closed federal holidays. 

Road Status:
Roads open: 
Virginia Lake rd (although there is very little clearance off the road)
Lundy Lake Rd.
Hwy 120 E (Benton Crossing)
June Lake Loop (Hwy 158)
Bodie Rd. (Hwy 270) 
Hwy 89 (Monitor Pass) 
McGee Creek Rd. 
Rock Creek Rd. to the Snow Park
Hwy 168 - as of 4/15 open all the way
South Lake Rd to Parchers Resort
White Mountain Rd. (snow, travel at own risk)
Silver Canyon Rd. (4x4-high clearance expect snow) 
Wyman Canyon Rd. (4x4-high clearance, snow)
Glacier Rd.(Big Pine Canyon) to Glacier Lodge. 

Bike Park:  Anticipated opening is May 28  https://www.mammothmountain.com/mammoth-bike-park

Bike Rental:
ASO- renting bikes as of 4/14; first come, first serve

Not yet:
Footloose - bike shop opens May 8th hope to have rentals out by then; will be first come, first serve
Get Outdoor 365 - Have bikes out and could rent if there was interest: first come first serve
Mammoth Mountaineering - not 100% on rentals
P3 sports - first come, first serve,

Gondola operations: Reservations required, no walk up tickets available. Book online at Mammothmountain.com

Spring Maintenance: June 1 - 18, 2021
Fall Maintenance: will close September 19th until the opening of Winter season.

Ski Lifts Open: 
Chairs 1, 2, 3, 6, 11, 23 and Panorama Gondola - 8:30a to 4p
  • Chairs 4, 5 and 10 will operate weekend of 4/23 and conditions dependent weekends after

*snowshoeing in the Lakes Basin is still nice as of 4/19 - the road to minaret vista still has some coverage, although the vista is snow free.  In both areas, guests should be aware that plowing operations could begin in these areas over the next few weeks; please watch for equipment and workers.

Campgrounds: (see the Forest Service recreational page at the top for a full list of campgrounds in the Inyo)
Lundy Canyon (county) - open as of 4/13/21
Mammoth Mountain RV Park

*Campgrounds south of Mammoth Lakes ae open: Bitterbrush (winter ops), Grandview (winter ops), Pleasant Valley (County), PV Pit (BLM), Baker Creek (County), Goodale (BLM), Taboose Creek (County), Tinnemaha Creek (County), Independence Creek (county), Lower Grays Meadow (winter ops), Portuguese Joe (county), Lone Pine, Tuttle Creek (BLM), Diaz Lake (County).

Bodie 
Summer Hours - March 14th - November 6th
9AM - 6PM

The museum and buildings are closed and only self-guided tours are available.

Mono Lake:
South Tufa self-guided tour open

Golf:

Snowcreek Driving Range is open for the season; the course hopes to be open by Memorial Day

Sierra Star: Memorial Day

YOSEMITE DAY-USE RESERVATIONS
Reservations for day-use visitation to Yosemite will be required May 21 through September 30 (or until local public health conditions improve). Day-use reservations can be obtained on Recreation.gov starting April 21 at 8am. Reservations are not required for visitors using YARTS or other NPS-approved tour operators to enter the park. Additionally, visitors who are only accessing the Hetch Hetchy area, or those with a wilderness or Half Dome permit will not need a day-use reservation to enter the park for the dates of their permit, but the entrance fee still applies.
 
New 2021
  • Day-use reservations will be valid for 3 consecutive days (vs. 7 last year). Visitors will no longer be required to show up on the first day of their reservation; they can enter the park on any of the 3 days for which their pass is valid.
  • Locals and visitors will be allowed to pass through the park without a day-use reservation (with an allotted time-restriction from gate to gate).
More information can be found on the Yosemite NPS website at https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/covid19.htm
 
YARTS anticipates running the Hwy 120 route June 15 – October 15, 2021.
Mammoth All-Weather is an approved commercial tour operators that visitors can book to get into the park.
 
Annual park passes can be purchased online

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Visiting Yosemite Summer 2021

4/12/2021

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If you're basing out of Mammoth Lakes this summer, you may be considering a day trip to Yosemite. 

But like everything else, the the last year has brought significant changes to the Yosemite access and Pass system. You can blame Covid, or staffing, the economy, budgetary constraints, or whatever, but the truth is that if you've been to Yosemite in the last 20 years you know summers in the park are insane. Traffic crawls, babies get bored sitting in cars, and all that spell a bad time for everyone involved. So love them or hate them, the passes should curtail visitation and give those who do visit a more relaxed trip into the park.

Here's the quick skinny on getting into Yosemite this year:

DAY USE PASSES:
  • Passes will be required May 21 - Sept 30
  • Passes must be reserved in advance.
  • Passes will be good for 3 days. You do not need to check in on the first day for the pass to be validated.
  • All visitors, including annual and life-time passholders must have a reservation.
  • Passes are required for every vehicle (or motorcycle) that enters.
  • Valid photo ID must match the name on the reservation.


YOU DO NOT NEED A PASS IF:
  • you have a camping or lodging reservation
  • you have a wilderness or Half Dome permit
  • you have a vacation rental inside the park
  • you enter via the local public transit system (YARTS buses)
  • you enter with an authorized tour
  • you travel through and exit without stopping. 

Want more info? Click on the button to visit the Nat'l Park Service's Yosemite page.
National Park Service Yosemite Info
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Skip the schlep to Von's -- Let us deliver.

4/3/2021

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Let's face it, going to the grocery store kinda stinks-- Especially on check-in day, when your group is exhausted and all you want to do is settle in and make a drink.

Instead of cozying by the fireplace while your kids play in the snow, you'll be searching isles of an unfamiliar store, staying 6 feet from everyone, failing to follow the weird arrows on the floor, and queued up with a ton of strangers in the fabled 400 person-long check out line at Mammoth's Von's (slight exaggeration).

If you want to skip the schlep, we are happy to help.

If you have a Von's account, just go to vons.com, place your order for the morning of your check-in, and send us the confirmation so that we can deliver in time for check-in. We ask that you notify us at least 48 hours in advance so that we can schedule staff for your pick up.

If you don't have a Von's account, feel free to use our google form (also posted below) to place your order. In consultation with you, we will place your order at Von's and deliver your groceries for check-in day. We ask that you notify us at least 72 hours in advance so that we can make sure Von's has your items, and to schedule staff for your pick up.

If you need something special, feel free to reach out. We are happy to help you find the perfect items for your stay.

The charge for grocery delivery is $30 delivery charge.
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Mammoth Mountain Mask Requirement Ain't No Joke

11/23/2020

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We all know that masks are required pretty much everywhere in California these days.

And that includes Mammoth Mountain. Yes, even though its outdoors. You're still going to need a mask.

But some guests still ask, "What are they gonna do if I don't wear my mask, kick me off the mountain?" The short answer is yes, yes they will.

We've posted the MMSA mask policy below. Check it out for all the details.
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Mask Violation Policy
In an effort to keep all guests and employees safe during the current COVID-19 pandemic we have implemented a strict mask violation policy with clear expectations and policies. Masks or face coverings must be a minimum of two layers.
Perforated, ventilated, and thin, single-layer neck gaiter style face coverings will not be allowed.
First documented warning:
·         You will receive a verbal education on our mask policy and are encouraged to "Stay Safe to Stay Open." This is your only warning and will be documented in your pass or ticket profile.
·         If you fail to comply with our mask policy the employee on site has the authority to revoke your riding privileges.
Second documented warning:
·         Repeat offenders or those who offer resistance to education will have their riding privileges suspended.
·         Ikon Pass holders will have their pass suspended for a minimum of 7 days. 
·         Multi day ticket holders will receive a minimum 24-hour suspension.
·         Single day ticket holders will have their ticket revoked.
Third documented warning:
·         Ikon Pass holders will have their pass suspended for the remainder of the season.
·         Single and multi-day ticket holders will lose their riding privileges for the remainder of the season.
These policies have been implemented for the safety of all those enjoying the resort and are an important part of our pledge to "Stay Safe to Stay Open."
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Thanksgiving in Mammoth

11/16/2020

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Like everything in 2020, Thanksgiving in Mammoth looks a little bit different this year.

Traditional activities, like the Turkey Trot, will be virtual to ensure social distancing. 

Restaurants are focusing on take-out, so that guests can dine more safely at home. 

To ensure social distancing, the mountain is limiting lift tickets, and for that reason has already sold out of day passes for Thanksgiving week. Need passes? We have a couple of solution for you here.

We've got lots of Top Tips below, to help you make the most of your Adventure, Refined.
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plan ahead

With Covid making a comeback and Covid-safer policies in place at restaurants, markets, and on the mountain, this Thanksgiving you may want to consider:
  1. order your meals from a local restaurant to enjoy at "home."
  2. have your meals delivered by our local delivery service Doorstep Deliveries.
  3. make a family event of cooking in!
  4. bring most of your groceries from home
  5. have the fridge stocked prior to check in by our local delivery service.
  6. plan for Von's and Grocery Outlet to limit foot traffic to ensure safer social distancing and to adhere to Red Tier protocols.
  7. if you must shop in town, designate one person per store. Please do not shop in a group.
  8. buy tickets or make reservations for any "must do" activities well in advance.
  9. relax and enjoy. I don't know about you, but the silver lining of 2020 is that I'm learning to let go just a little bit. ... Cuz there's not much else we can do.
  10. If you need help arranging any of this, please call or text Mary Beth at 760-965-4123.

carry out & dine in

Whether you plan to dine in or carry out, we recommend that you make reservations well in advance. Some restaurants are already reporting that they are sold out. 

Here are some of our top suggestions for Turkey Day:
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The Mogul
Local favorite steak house with carry out or dine in starting at 5PM.
760-934-3039

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 Mountainside Bar & Grill 
Dine in with traditional Thanksgiving with all the fixin’s. 2:30, 5:00, or 7:30PM
Call 800.MAMMOTH

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Dos Alas CubaRican: Traditional turkey, ham, and vegetarian options for dine in or carry out.
760-965-0345​

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The Whitebark Restaurant
Westin's restuarants offers turkey dinner --seatings offered at 2:30, 5 pm, 7:30PM
​760-934-0460
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53 Kitchen & Cocktails:
​Carry out only, 3 course, prix fix menu of traditional favorites.

​760-934-0707

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Lakefront Restaurant
Tamarack Lodge's four-course holiday menu with seatings at 3 pm, 5 pm and 7:30 pm 760.934.2442 x5

thanksgiving specials

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Distant Brewing
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Get a free 32 oz. crowler with purchase of two crowlers on Turkey Day -- 10 am till 2 pm
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Dessert’d 
​Your classic favs and some creative pies, too. Order three pies & get a copy of the book, “Cookies for Everyone”
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Summit Specials
Fav local places offering specials for only $11.53 throughou the month of November
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things to do

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Mammoth Rock ‘N’ Bowl 
One-stop-shop for indoor fun. Reserve a lane for bowling or check out the golf simulator, ping pong and video games.

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Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot  in a Covid-safe virtual format. Register online, print your bib number, and start your Turkey Day with a two mile run. Costumes are encouraged!
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 Eleven 53 Interpretive Center
Take the scenic gondola to 11,053 for amazing views and interpretive exhibits on the the wonders of the Sierra

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Bodie State Historic Park 
a genuine California gold-mining ghost town, preserved in a state of “arrested decay.”
Check road conditions. Winter driving can be tough!

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​Yosemite Axe Throwing
Check out Mammoth's newest activity ... indoor axe throwing. Make reservations early to make sure you'll get in.

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Mono Lake
Walk to the iconic and extra-terrestrial-seeming tufa towers, wander the paths, and scout for nesting sites for predatory Osprey,.
Need more suggestions? Reach out to Mary Beth by text, voice, or email. 760-965-4123
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Mammoth Mountain Operations 2020-2021

11/12/2020

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Know before you go .... 

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  • Visitation levels will be controlled to avoid overcrowding and ensure social distancing.
  • Mountain access will be prioritized for season and Session pass holders. Click for season pass info.
  • The number of daily lift tickets will be monitored and available by advance purchase only. 
  • Daily tickets must be purchased in advance and are not guaranteed. Click for daily ticket info.
  • If your dates sell out, consider a Session Ikon pass, a season pass, or contact 800-MAMMOTH to ask about afternoon only tickets,
  • COVID-safer protocols will be in place such as required masks, social distancing on shuttles, in lift lines, in lodges, etc. (see details below)
  • The health, safety, and wellbeing of employees, guests, and community will be the utmost priority.

Covid-safer requirements .... 

​Here are a few important rules and updates for your trip to Mammoth Mountain  . . .​
  • Stay home if you are feeling sick or are exhibiting symptoms of illness. 
  • Wear a mask (not perforated, ventilated, or thin, single-layer neck gaiter style face coverings) indoors, in lift lines and on lifts, in gondolas, shuttles, and when social distancing with others outside your travel group is not possible.  
  • Wash hands thoroughly and often. Sanitizing stations are also available around the resort when hand washing is not feasible.  
  • Respect capacity limits for indoor spaces, including stores and restaurants. Mammoth has created many new outdoor spaces for dining, and expect that much of the food and beverage service will be grab and go.
  • Practice social distancing, allowing six feet of space between yourself and others outside of your travel group. 
  • Please adhere to all signage and guidelines while visiting, including those directing walking patterns and one-way entries and exits. 
  • Please avoid congregating in common areas whenever possible. 
  • Please respect employees at all times, including while enforcing COVID-19-related regulations. 
  • The Mountain is disinfecting high-touch points (railings, bathrooms, door handles, tables, chairs, etc.) and high-trafficked areas (gondolas, ticket windows, elevators, doors, guest rooms, etc.) throughout the destination more frequently.
  • Instruction is available, but will be limited to private lessons for groups traveling together. Its a good idea to schedule as far in advance as feasible to insure availability.

Get Your Grub On

Like most everything in 2020, on mountain dining will look a little different this ski season. Indoor dining will be severely limited, but Mammoth has invested a whole heap of time and energy in building new dining venues and new outdoor areas. There will be a new focus on grab-and-go meals and drinks to reduce in-lodge crowding.


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​Consider ordering your food in advance using the Mammoth App. Click here or on the photo to go to Mammoth Mountain's app info.

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​For a full list of on-mountain and mountain-operating dining options, click here or on the photo to go to Mammoth Mountain's dining site.

Thanksgiving Week Update

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​Update Nov 16, 2020: Ski passes for Mammoth Mountain are SOLD OUT for the week of Thanksgiving, from Sat, Nov 21 to Sunday, Nov 29.

The Good News: Ikon Pass holders do not need a reservation and won't be limited from the mountain.

The Hidden Possibilities: 
  1. If you plan to ski for 4 days, consider buying an Ikon Session Pass. This pass gives you the same priority benefit as an Ikon pass, but is less expensive since it's limited to 4 consecutive days this season. Click on the Ikon Pass image to go to Ikon's sale page for the Session Pass.
  2. Call (800) 800.MAMMOTH to find out if afternoon passes are available. These are usually more avaiable than full day passes. The mountain urges you to call as soon as possible to make afternoon ticket reservations. It is very likely that these passes will sell out for Thanksgiving week (if they haven't already).


 


Update Nov 16, 2020: Ski passes for Mammoth Mountain are SOLD OUT for the week of Thanksgiving, from Sat, Nov 21 to Sunday, Nov 29.

The Good News:  Ikon Pass holders do not need a reservation and won't be limited from the mountain.

The Hidden Possibilities: 
  1. If you plan to ski for 4 days, consider buying an Ikon Session Pass. This pass gives you the same priority benefit as an Ikon pass, but is less expensive since it's limited to 4 consecutive days this season. Click on the Ikon Pass image to go to Ikon's sale page for the Session Pass.
  2. Call (800) 800.MAMMOTH to find out if afternoon passes are available. These are usually more avaiable than full day passes. The mountain urges you to call as soon as possible to make afternoon ticket reservations. It is very likely that these passes will sell out.



Update: Nov 13 -- Mammoth Opens EARLY! Against all 2020 kinds of odd, Mammoth will open early this year, thanks to an decent storm last weekend and some of the best snow-making conditions in years. 
​Lifts open on Friday, Nov 13 at 8:30AM
Lifts planned to open include: Broadway Express (1), Panorama Gondola to McCoy Station, Stump Alley Express (2), Face Lift Express (3), Unbound Express (6), and Discovery Chair (11) giving access to 10 trails, 12 jibs and one 30’ jump.

If you're going, get in line early for a chance to grab this year's beanie. Staff will be handing some out when lifts open at 8:30AM.

The Good News:  Ikon Pass holders can head direct to the lift, or stop by the ticket office to pick up your pass.

​The Bad News: Lift tickets are sold out for the weekend. 

The Hidden Possibility: If you plan to ski for 4 days, consider buying an Ikon Session Pass. This pass gives you the same priority benefit as an Ikon pass, but is less expensive since it's limited to 4 consecutive days this season. Click on the Ikon Pass image to go to Ikon's sale page for the Session Pass.

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