Mammoth Mountain Ski Area is a premier ski destination located in the Eastern Sierra region of California, known for its long skiing season which often runs from November to June. The resort boasts impressive snowfall, averaging around 400 inches annually. The terrain at Mammoth Mountain is diverse, offering something for every level of skier and snowboarder, with over 3,500 acres of skiable terrain. It is beginner-friendly with dedicated learning areas, and also features numerous terrain parks for freestyle enthusiasts. Advanced skiers can enjoy the challenging steeps, chutes, and backcountry areas. While there are no night skiing options, the resort has an efficient lift system, including gondolas, that helps skiers access the mountain's vast terrain. The views from the slopes are stunning, with panoramas of the surrounding Sierra peaks. Mammoth Mountain is also family-friendly, with a variety of activities beyond skiing and snowboarding, such as snow tubing, snowmobiling, and scenic gondola rides. While there are no ice skating or sledding areas directly at the resort, the nearby town of Mammoth Lakes offers these activities. The resort does not have cross-country ski trails, but the nearby Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center caters to Nordic skiing enthusiasts.
