Your High-Altitude Playground in Mammoth LakesSet in the heart of the Eastern Sierra, Woolly’s Adventure Summit is an exhilarating year-round adventure hub located at 9000 Minaret Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546.

Whether you’re arriving in winter or summer, this place is all about fun, thrills, and making memories.

What’s on the AgendaHere’s a snapshot of what you’ll find at Woolly’s Adventure Summit:

• Mountain Coaster: Zip down 5,455 feet of track, soar up to 30 feet high, and hit speeds up to 25 mph. 
• Tube Park: In winter or summer, glide down groomed lanes (2 × 512 ft long) and ride a conveyor back up for another run.
• Zip Line, Ropes Course, Climbing Wall & more: Great for all ages — whether it’s your first time or you’re chasing adrenaline.
• Snow Play Area (in winter): Think snowmen, surf sleds, and fun for the little ones.
• Summer Bike Rentals & trails: For the warm-weather adventurer, jump onto the trail system with rentals and easy access to the Mammoth Bike Park.

Why You Should Go

• Convenient location: Halfway up Minaret Rd (Highway 203), between The Village and Main Lodge — so it’s easy to fit into your stay.
• Packed with activities: Whether it’s a high-octane coaster ride, tubing with the family, or climbing walls and trampolines, there’s something for everyone.
• Great for memorable moments: With mountain vistas, fun tracks, and unique experiences, it’s perfect for families, groups, or even couples looking for a playful adventure.

Tips Before You Go

• Book in advance: Adventure or activity passes are available online and help avoid long waits. 
• Check height/age/weight restrictions: Especially for the coaster, zip line, and other high-thrill elements. 
• Arrive early: Parking is limited — you can park at The Village and take the free shuttle if needed. 
• Dress smart: Wear closed-toe shoes, bring layers, and count on mountain weather changing fast. 
• Consider your season: Winter brings snow play and tubing in snow. Summer offers ropes, climbing, and biking. Activities may vary by season. 

If you’re staying in Mammoth Lakes and want to carve out a day for pure fun — off the slopes but still in the mountains — Woolly’s Adventure Summit should be on your list. Add it to your itinerary the day after arrival or a mid-week break; it’s a wonderful mix of adrenaline, nature, and family-friendly play.
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Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center: Your Gateway to the Eastern SierraNestled in the forest, just off the 203 sas you enter Mammoth Lakes is the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. The Center serves as the perfect starting point for visitors eager to explore the natural wonders and rich history of the Eastern Sierra. Managed collaboratively by the U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, and Mammoth Lakes Tourism, this center offers a wealth of resources to enhance your visit.
📍 Location & Hours

• Address: 2510 Main Street, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
  
• Hours: Daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM US Forest Service
  

🗺️ Services & ResourcesThe Welcome Center provides a comprehensive range of services to assist visitors:

• Trail Information: Access to the Mammoth Lakes Trail System, including the Welcome Center Trailhead, which connects to various hiking and biking trails.
  
• Permits: Obtain wilderness permits, fishing licenses, and firewood permits.
  
• Maps & Guides: Pick up topographic maps, trail guides, and brochures detailing local attractions.
  
• Interagency Passes: Purchase America the Beautiful passes for access to federal lands.
  
• Local Art & Gifts: Browse a selection of books, maps, and locally crafted gifts.
  

🌿 Outdoor ActivitiesSituated within the Inyo National Forest, the Welcome Center is an ideal launch point for various outdoor adventures:

• Summer Activities: Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and camping.
  
• Winter Sports: Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
  
• Scenic Drives: Explore nearby attractions like Devils Postpile National Monument and the June Lake Loop.
  

🎨 Cultural & Educational ExhibitsThe center often hosts exhibits and interpretive programs that highlight the region's natural history and cultural heritage. These programs are designed to enrich visitors' understanding of the Eastern Sierra's unique environment and history.
🚶‍♂️ Trail AccessDirectly adjacent to the Welcome Center is the Welcome Center Trailhead, part of the Mammoth Lakes Trail System. This trailhead provides easy access to a network of trails suitable for hiking, biking, and exploring the surrounding wilderness.
📞 Contact Information

• Phone: (760) 924-5500
  
• Email: [email protected]
  
• Website: visitmammoth.com
  

Looking for a perfect stop to get the wiggles out or to have a picnic? Check out the Mt. Whitney Fish Hatchery. Located just a few hundred yards off 395, the hatchery offers leg-stretching activity for kids and kids at heart.

As you turn from the stark, desolate 395 to climb a few hundred yards to the hatchery, the access road opens to reveal classical architecture and a lush, wild-life-filled pond of the The Mt Whitney Fish Hatchery.

For nearly a a hundred, the hatchery provided fresh trout to the Eastern Sierra. But after environmental setbacks in the early 21st century, the hatchery shifted its focus to education and preservation of the areas natural resources.

Now it provides the perfect place for families or couples to relax in the shade, even on the warmest Sierra summer day. Take a tour, feed the fish, check out the exhibits. Or simply relax under a shade tree and soak in the architecture and natural beauty, framed by the snow-capped mountains in the distance. 

In the summer, guests sometimes struggle to find a nicer home, like ours, that also provides a pool. Because of the climate and short summer season, pools are not very common at private, smaller, upscale complexes or homes.

But the good news is that if you want more than the hot tubs provided with our rentals, there are plenty of places  in and around Mammoth Lakes to dip your toes in water -- and even put your booty in the sand.

The fishing wasn't great, but the views were fine.

I know, I know. You've finally exited the 395 and the last thing you want to do before you start your vacation is to stop the car and have to collect the kids, the dogs, and the 

So, Big Pine is a small town with some Big Problems. I've shared that in an article on our companion blog, Glam on the Lam. You can (and if you plan to spend much time in Big Pine you should) read that here. 

But there's some good, easily accessible, high-yield fishing if you know where to go.

So, I can't say this hike is necessarily easy. In fact, it isn't. But at least it is short-- and it is totally, completely worthwhile. In fact, it may be the best pain to pleasure ratio in all the hikes we've done.