Mammoth Lakes Locals Blog

Stories and Adventures By Mammoth Lakes Locals

Welcome to the Mammoth Lakes Locals Blog, where you’ll find real locals writing about their adventures in the mountains and offering you trip ideas and tips to make your next trip to Mammoth lakes awesome. From outdoor adventures and snow reports to details on the newest restaurants and events in town, you’ll get the scoop and latest updates from the people who know Mammoth Lakes best.

What to Expect in Mammoth Lakes After the Largest Snowfall on Record

Jun 06, 2023 / Visit Mammoth

What season is it? Following the most historic winter on record at Mammoth Mountain, summer fun in the Eastern Sierra will have some limitations this year. Water flows from snowmelt are dictating which activities and areas can safely open in the region. Check our activity and road updates page for... MORE

THE REEL UNREAL – Tangle Free Waters Helps Clean Up Eastern Sierra Waterways

Jun 02, 2023 / Emily Bryant

The community of Mammoth Lakes takes great pride in its lakes and waterways. Not only do they supply residents with water to drink, cook and clean, but they house one of our most popular residents – fish. Every year, anglers come to the area on the hunt for the one that... MORE

Memorial Day Weekend After Largest Snowfall on Record

May 25, 2023 / Lara Kaylor

What to expect in Mammoth Lakes Following the most historic winter on record at Mammoth Mountain, Memorial Day Weekend, which usually kicks off a lot of summer fun in the Eastern Sierra will have some limitations this year. Water flows from snowmelt are dictating which activities and areas can safely... MORE

A Unique Year for Fishing Opener

Apr 28, 2023 / Lara Kaylor

Updated May 4, 2023: Convict Lake is ice free and the boats are in the water and ready for use! Crowley Lake is melting fast. Lakes on the June Lake Loop are continuing to melt more each day. Please continue to reach out to the fishing spot of your choice... MORE

Build Your Own Dietitian-Approved Meal at Elixir

Apr 13, 2023 / Lauren MacLeod

Mammoth Lakes Tourism food writer Lauren MacLeod reviews the fresh and favorite restaurants of the Eastern Sierra – and tells the stories behind them. If you have ideas for local restaurants she should cover, please let us know! “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.”  The quote... MORE

Fishing in Mammoth Lakes

Apr 12, 2023 / Visit Mammoth

Please note that waters in the Eastern Sierra area will be affected by the historic amount of snowfall that fell this year. Many local waters may not be open for fishing opener simply because they will not be melted out yet. Please make sure to reach out directly to the... MORE

The Latest Update on Snow in Mammoth Lakes

Apr 10, 2023 / Dakota Snider

Winter has arrived in Mammoth Lakes. Get the full details on upcoming storms and snowfall totals for Mammoth Lakes below. MORE

Four Can’t-Miss Spring Events in Mammoth Lakes

Mar 27, 2023 / Visit Mammoth

Mark your calendars and book your stay. These spring events are Mammoth Lakes' classics that you won’t want to miss. MORE