Welcome to Mammoth Lakes, California

Unreal. There is no better way to describe Mammoth Lakes, California. A place so majestic, you have to see it to still not totally believe it.

A place where you can still get away from it all. Unplug. Recharge. Have an otherworldly experience. It’s the Real Unreal where you’ll find untamed landscapes at your door, unfiltered adventure in your backyard and the magic and healing properties of Mother Nature at your fingertips.

So put today’s constant stream of noise on the backburner, get back to reality, and explore the Unreal with us.

*Mammoth Lakes is an Ikon Pass destination.

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Winter
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Snow-covered mountains under a clear blue sky.
Spring
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Fall
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Mammoth Lakes in the fall. Yellow and orange trees cover the mountains. snow capped mountains are in the distance

Let's Keep this place Unreal

Your Pre-Arrival Guide to Mammoth Lakes
We deeply appreciate visitors who travel sustainably and show respect for our beautiful mountain home and community. While you plan for your getaway, learn how to reduce your impact, give back, and…
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Let's Keep this place Unreal

It’s a Mammoth Thing
Welcome to Mammoth Lakes, where caring for our environment is woven into our very identity. Here, sustainability isn't just a practice—it is a way of life, "It’s a Mammoth Thing!"
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Getting to Mammoth Lakes

Explore the best routes for getting to Mammoth Lakes with our interactive map! Whether flying or driving from Southern California, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Reno, or beyond, this map helps you easily plan your next adventure. Click or tap to plan your next visit to Mammoth Lakes.

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Travel Tips

Eastern Sierra Air Service

Skip the drive
Mammoth Lakes is accessible by plane from hundreds of cities across the country.
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Lodging
Things to Do
Shopping
Events
Restaurants
A man looks at a variety of clothes on display at a store in Mammoth Lakes.
Fireworks glowing in the night sky over Mammoth Lakes, CA.
a couple dining with beer and a fireplace
Indoor Activities
Skiing & Snowboarding
A person is skiing downhill in Mammoth Lakes, CA.
Ice Skating
A family of five skates on ice at the indoor ice rink at LA Kings Ice at Mammoth Lakes
Fishing

Choose Your Adventure

Snowshoeing
Cross Country & Nordic Skiing
Tubing & Sledding
A family stands by their tubing gear at Woolly's Adventure Summit.
Snowmobiling
Featured Stories
Enjoy the Holidays in Mammoth Lakes
Eat, drink and be adventurous this holiday season in Mammoth Lakes.
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Featured Stories
Mammoth Lakes New Year’s Eve 2025
There’s no place more magical to ring in the new year than among the snow-covered peaks and pines of Mammoth Lakes. Stay up until midnight dancing the night away, or enjoy a…
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Après Adventure Eats
Earn Your Bites. Savor the Rewards.
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What's Happening in Mammoth Lakes
Signature Events
Welcome to Mammoth Lakes, where our extraordinary signature events bring to life the essence of "The Real Unreal," where breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled adventures converge.
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What's Happening in Mammoth Lakes
Live Music & Concerts
Mammoth Lakes offers a vibrant live music scene that harmonizes perfectly with its breathtaking natural beauty. Concerts in Mammoth Lakes range from intimate acoustic performances in cozy venues to high-energy shows.
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What's Happening in Mammoth Lakes
All Events
With ample sunshine and breathtaking scenery, attending an event in Mammoth Lakes is an unreal experience. No matter what types of events pique your interest, from winter light shows on the snow…
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