Boating, Kayaking & Paddle Boarding
Whether you’re paddling a kayak or stand-up paddle board, or motoring a pontoon boat or small fishing boat, getting out on the water offers a unique perspective and is an excellent way to observe waterfowl, fish, and other wildlife. The scenery is incomparable, with sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and distinctive geological features. Delight in the sight of Carson Peak from June Lake, or Mammoth Mountain from Lake Mary. See how many of the 300 species of birds who frequent Mono Lake you can spot. Many visitors have even been thrilled to spot eagles and black bears during their boating adventures.
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Wave Rave Snowboard Shop
3203 Main Street
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
760-934-2471
Since 1989, Wave Rave has been a mecca for snowboarding professionals and enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re in the market for a new board, a rental setup, or you just want to know the latest snow conditions in the Eastern Sierra, stop by Wave Rave to get stoked out by riders who… Learn More
Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra (DSES)
1 Minaret Road
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
760-934-0791
Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra is a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to changing the lives of children and adults with disabilities by offering year-round outdoor activities, creating inspiring challenges, providing expert instruction and adaptive equipment, and rallying the community to accommodate people with disabilities. We have adaptive equipment to fulfill everyone’s winter… Learn More
Pokonobe Resort and General Store
Lake Mary
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Pokonobe is a private venue located on the shores of Lake Mary. In addition to event space, there is also a full-service marina with boat rentals, as well as a General Store with fishing supplies, snacks, beverages and souvenirs. Pokonobe is open in the summer months only. Learn More
Caldera Kayaks
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760-934-1691
Some of the Eastern Sierra’s most dramatic scenery can best be viewed from the water! Explore vast and ancient tufa formations at Mono Lake and kayak to Rush Creek on a guided natural history tour, or rent a kayak and head out on your own. Paddle the Long Valley Caldera… Learn More
Twin Lakes General Store
518 Twin Lakes Loop Road
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
760-934-7295
Twin Lakes General Store invites you to visit and use our facilities. We have the best showers on the mountain for only $6 per person. There’s no time limit and we offer a very clean environment. We also have rental rowboats, canoes and kayaks for $20 an hour. We sell… Learn More
Mammoth Kayaks and Paddleboards
June Lake Beach
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Mammoth Kayaks rents kayaks and paddleboards so you can enjoy a day on the water in the Eastern Sierra. Due to water level, Mammoth Kayaks is currently only operating at June Lake Beach, just 20 minutes from the town of Mammoth Lakes. You can rent equipment directly from the beach,… Learn More
Play Big Outdoors
501 Old Mammoth Road
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Play Big Outdoors offers premium outdoor recreational equipment rentals so you can experience the trails, roads and water in the mountains of the Eastern Sierra. We’re based in Mammoth Lakes, CA, and we offer an add-on delivery and pickup service for most of our rentals so you can fully enjoy… Learn More
Mammoth Lakes Trail System
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Mammothtrails.org is the all-season reference for information about the trails of the Mammoth Lakes Trail System. Operated in conjunction with the National Forest Service and the Town of Mammoth Lakes, the Mammoth Lakes Trail System website provides visitors with accurate location, terrain, and difficulty information for over 100 individual trails… Learn More
Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area and Visitors Center
1 Visitor Center Drive, Highway 395
Lee Vining, CA 93541
760-647-3044
This saltwater lake is best known for its tufa towers which were formed with the interaction of the salt and the freshwater springs bubbling up from the bottom of the lake. The center has interactive displays that teach about many aspects of the Mono Basin’s geology, ecology, and human history…. Learn More
Crystal Crag Boat Rentals
40 Around Lake Mary Road
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
760-934-2436
Come and enjoy our breathtaking beauty, crystal clear air and water and amazing scenery. We have eight motorboats and one pontoon boat available for half- or full-day rentals on Lake Mary. You do not need to be a lodge guest to rent from us. Give us a call or stop by… Learn More