Activity Updates in Mammoth Lakes

Known for it's iconic snowpack, sunshine and long winter sports season, Mammoth Lakes embraces winter's return. Explore the latest updates to plan your winter getaway.

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Winter Activities

Summer / Fall Activities

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Winter Activities in Mammoth Lakes

Skiing & Snowboarding

Mammoth Mountain lodges:

Main Lodge – Closed. Scheduled to open November 14, 2025.
Canyon Lodge – Closed. Scheduled to open on November 26, 2025, conditions permitting.
Eagle Lodge – Closed. Scheduled to open on December 12, 2025, conditions permitting.
The Mill – Closed.
The Village Gondola – Closed.

June Mountain – Closed.

For details on lift and trail openings, visit the Mammoth Mountain website or the June Mountain website. All openings are weather and snow dependent.

Cross Country & Nordic Skiing

Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center (Mammoth Lakes Basin) - Closed. Scheduled to open November 22, 2025, weather and conditions permitting.

Shady Rest Winter Trails – Closed. Current trail conditions can be found here.

Cross-country skier gliding on a snow-covered trail with pine trees and mountains in the background.

Snowmobiling

Mammoth Mountain Snowmobile Adventures– Closed. Scheduled to open on December 12, 2025, weather and conditions permitting.

Snowmobiling is available on Mammoth Lakes trails throughout the winter, snowfall permitting. Check the Mammoth Lakes Trail System website for current trail conditions. Please check in with the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center for additional details.

Ice Skating, Tubing & Sledding

Woolly’s Adventure Summit – Closed. Scheduled to open on November 22, 2025, weather and conditions permitting.
LA Kings Ice at the Community Recreation Center – Open.

Other Winter Activities

Snowshoeing is available on Mammoth Lakes trails throughout the winter, snowfall permitting. Check the Mammoth Lakes Trail System website for current trail conditions.

Scenic Gondola Rides- Opening Nov 14, 2025

Check Mammoth Mountain's website for hours and operation updates.

Snowmobiles parked in a snowy forest clearing with riders gearing up for a ride.

Summer/Fall Activities In Mammoth Lakes

Reds Meadow Area

Hwy. 203 to Reds Meadow (Devils Postpile & Rainbow Falls) is now CLOSED for the 2025 season. Be sure to check the NPS website directly for the most up-to-date information on access.

Hiking

Trails are open to hikers year-round, weather permitting. Check the Mammoth Lakes Trail System website for current trail conditions or contact the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center before venturing out.

Fishing

Fishing season in Mono County opens on April 26, 2025 and closes November 15, 2025. Please check updated restrictions before fishing.

Biking

Mammoth Bike Park – Closed. For more information, visit Mammoth Mountain’s website.

Public bike trails are open to bikers year-round, weather permitting. Check the Mammoth Lakes Trail System website for current trail conditions. Bike rentals are available in spring, summer and fall months, weather permitting. Learn more about where to rent bikes here

Boating, Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Rentals are available throughout the summer. Learn more about where to rent boats, kayaks and paddleboards here. Please note that the marinas in the Lakes Basin are closed for winter.

Golf

Snowcreek Driving Range – Closed.
Snowcreek Golf Course (9 holes) – Closed.
Sierra Star Golf Course (18 holes) – Closed.

Horseback Riding

Mammoth Lakes Pack Outfit (Mammoth Lakes Basin) – Closed.

Camping

U.S. Forest Service campgrounds, as well as privately run campgrounds in Mono County, are open seasonally. The Mammoth Mountain RV Park is open year-round with limited services in the winter. Learn more about the U.S Forest Service campgrounds here.

Camping will be extremely limited in Mammoth Lakes until we are able to open more campgrounds. If you do not currently have a campground reservation, please consider a traditional lodging option. You can also find other campgrounds throughout the region by checking the Camp Like a Pro website.