Mammoth Mountain

One of the best resort to ski or hike in altitude north of LA. Between 4 and 5 hours drive from LA, these mountains are a fantastic getaway destination either for ski in the winter or splendid hikes during the summer. Winters can be pretty packed so if you can try to favor off-peak times. Summer is definitely less crowded and it’s one of the best kept secret for long hikes and breathtaking views.

Great place to stay, rooms are well kept and clean. Lots of lifts within walking distance of lodge and a couple down the road. A nice restaurant and general store inside. Heated pool and spa as well. Very friendly and polite staff

Steve, who was helping everyone get on the lift at Eagle 1/19/25 is why I give it a 5/5 stars. Everyone I was with was impressed at how friendly and helpful he was. One person said it seemed like he saved their life. Another said he was a local celebrity.

Best skiing resort in California as far as I'm concerned! This place is MASSIVE and it has something for everyone, whether you're looking for super steep terrain, trees, or beginner runs. It has one of the longest ski seasons in the nation as well! Check out the apres scene at Canyon Lodge after your day.

Great ski resort! Went in late January and mid June and had a blast both times, never thought I’d be able to ski in the summer! The views are amazing and it has plenty of terrain for all rider levels.

Watch the documentary about Dave & Roma McCoy family on Mammoth Mountain. We are fortunate they pioneered this place when they did. The environmentalist's wouldn't allow something like this to be built today. Thank you McCoys! I try to only go here during off-season. I would have given it five stars if it wasn't so crowded. I started going here in the mid '60s. I have lots of fond memories skiing & backpacking in the '60s and '70s. I only lived here for 20 months but it seemed like 20 years. So may great memories. I miss the quaintness of the town & the friendly locals back then. It's been well discovered and they have built it up nicely. Parts of it reminds me of a European town in the mountains. I would tell you about all the amazing things to do in this town but it would take a book. Go there and you will not be disappointed except by the crowds, over fishing, and some of the costs but that's to be expected here in California.

Massively underrated resort, I’ve been all over CO, UT, Tahoe, Idaho, and this is one of my all time favorites. There is seriously something for everyone here. Fun glades off Lincoln Mtn, some gnarly lines off the summit and great bowl terrain, groomers for DAYS. The terrain to the far right of the mountain is some of the best I’ve ever skied in terms of groomers, on weekdays you’ll have this entire area to yourself. Awesome food and views on the back side of the mountain and pretty affordable for a destination ski resort. Lift tickets are lower than the average destination resort. Super friendly, outgoing lifties and staff. 0 lift lines on the weekdays, I can imagine the weekends get pretty crazy though since it’s close-ish to LA. Loved it so much I’d consider returning even though it’s much farther away from a major airport than practically any other destination resort. The mascot (Woolly) who you will see out skiing if you’re lucky, is also a really fun unique feature for kids. Keep doing what you’re doing, Mammoth!

The biggest and the best ski & snowboard resort in California. Huge mountain, deep snow, numerous trails for all levels, multiple mountain base lodges, friendly stuff, modern equipment. Mammoth is always fun.