From Los Angeles Driving from Southern California will take approximately 6 hours. Take the 405 freeway north to the 5 freeway north to Highway 14 north to Highway 395 north. Exit on Highway 203 to Mammoth Lakes.
From San Diego / Orange County Driving from the San Diego area will take approximately 7.5 hours and from the Orange County area will take approximately 6 hours. Take the 15 freeway north to Highway 395 north. Exit on Highway 203 to Mammoth Lakes.
From Reno / Lake Tahoe Driving from the Reno/Tahoe area will take approximately 3 hours. Take Highway 395 south. Exit on Highway 203 to Mammoth Lakes.
From Northern California / Bay Area Driving from the San Francisco / Sacramento areas will take approximately 5-7 hours. Depending on the season and road conditions, various routes may be taken. Please consult Caltrans at 800-427-7623, the California Highway Patrol or your local Triple A (AAA) office for the best route from your area.