Guided Snowmobile Tours in Mammoth Lakes

October 05, 2026

Take a guided snowmobile tour for a scenic trip into the Eastern Sierra backcountry. Snowmobile tours are operated by Mammoth Mountain and run daily in winter from Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge, with three departures each day and over 100 miles of trails through forests and open meadows. No experience is needed, and families and first-timers are welcome.

Quick Facts

Operator: Mammoth Snowmobile Adventures, run by Mammoth Mountain
Location: next to Main Lodge
Tour length: 1.5 hours
Departures: 8:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.
Season: typically late December through March, weather and snow conditions permitting
Included: helmet, safety briefing and a guide
Options: single or double snowmobiles

Mammoth Mountain Snowmobile Tours

Mammoth Mountain offers guided tours three times a day, weather and snow conditions permitting. Single and double snowmobiles are available, so you can ride solo or bring a second rider along.

1.5-Hour Adventure Snowmobile Tours

Head out on the 1.5-hour tour, where your guide will plan a backcountry excursion that introduces you to the sport and gives you the opportunity to see more of the Eastern Sierra. Each tour starts with helmet fitting, a safety briefing and paperwork, so you'll know how to handle your snowmobile before you hit the trail.

Second riders can ride along as a passenger or take a turn behind the handlebars, as long as both riders meet the driving requirements. Book online or call 800-626-6684 to make your reservation. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

Get tour details and book through Mammoth Snowmobile Adventures, or see the Mammoth Snowmobile Adventures listing in our directory.

What to Wear and Bring

Speed and wind make it feel colder on a snowmobile than on the ground, so dress warmer than you would for a day on the slopes.

Wear waterproof layers, insulated gloves and warm boots. Tour helmets are open face, so bring goggles or sunglasses to protect your eyes from wind and snow glare. At this elevation, the sun is strong even on cold days, so pack sunscreen and lip balm too.

Make a Day of It

Pair your snowmobile tour with a Scenic Gondola ride to the top of Mammoth Mountain at 11,053 feet. You can add a gondola ticket when you book your tour. Looking for more ways to spend a day off the slopes? Check out these winter activities that aren't skiing or snowboarding, our top 10 alternative winter adventures, and more activities at Mammoth Mountain. Planning around the crowds? Book a midweek tour and take advantage of other weekday warrior perks.

Getting To Mammoth Mountain

Snowmobile tours depart from next to Main Lodge. The free shuttle is the easiest way to get there, especially on busy days.

By Shuttle

Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (ESTA) provides free roundtrip shuttle service to Mammoth Mountain. Take the Red Line bus to Main Lodge to access the snowmobile tours.

The shuttle is the recommended mode of transportation to Mammoth Mountain, as traffic by car can be heavy during holidays and weekends. Learn more about the free shuttle to Mammoth Mountain.

By Car

Mammoth Mountain is also accessible by car. Snowmobile tour guests can park behind the Yodler Restaurant & Bar, next to Main Lodge. A number of Mammoth Lakes taxi and shuttle services also provide transportation to Mammoth Mountain.

Plan Your Snowmobiling Fun

A snowmobile tour fits easily into a winter getaway, so give yourself a few nights to explore everything else Mammoth Lakes has to offer. Browse hotels, motels and resorts in Mammoth Lakes to plan your stay.

FAQ

Where can you go snowmobiling in Mammoth Lakes?

Mammoth Mountain runs guided snowmobile tours from next to Main Lodge. Tours explore over 100 miles of trails through the Eastern Sierra backcountry.

How long is the snowmobile tour at Mammoth Mountain?

The tour lasts 1.5 hours, including check-in, helmet fitting and a safety briefing before you ride.

Do you need experience to go snowmobiling in Mammoth Lakes?

No. Tours welcome first-timers and families, and your guide covers everything you need to know before you head out.

Can two people ride one snowmobile?

Yes. Double snowmobiles are available, and a second rider can ride as a passenger or take a turn driving if both riders meet the driving requirements.

When is snowmobile season in Mammoth Lakes?

Tours typically run daily from late December through March, weather and snow conditions permitting.

What should I wear on a snowmobile tour?

Wear waterproof layers, insulated gloves, warm boots, and goggles or sunglasses. Helmets are included.

Author

Meghan Miranda

Meghan has been living and playing in Mammoth Lakes since 2016. She enjoys any outdoor activities that her dogs can tag along for. See more of Meghan's adventures on her blog Meg Moves Mountains.