Alexandra’s Guidebook to Mammoth Lakes Area

Alexandra
Alexandra’s Guidebook to Mammoth Lakes Area

Sightseeing

Great place to rent kayaks in the summer, especially with children. Easy to kayak and just long enough to keep it interesting, but not too long. Beautiful scenery!
37 locals recommend
Twin Lakes Campground
518 Twin Lakes Rd
37 locals recommend
Great place to rent kayaks in the summer, especially with children. Easy to kayak and just long enough to keep it interesting, but not too long. Beautiful scenery!
Great for cross country ski rentals, with a trail just outside the rental area. Stop into the small lodge bar for a hot toddy after cross country skiing!
24 locals recommend
Tamarack Lodge & Resort
163 Twin Lakes Rd
24 locals recommend
Great for cross country ski rentals, with a trail just outside the rental area. Stop into the small lodge bar for a hot toddy after cross country skiing!
We love this lake for it's sheer beauty, boat rentals and a good 3 hour tour! There is an easy hiking trail around the lake or you can rent a boat and enjoy some good fishing with a picnic!
64 locals recommend
Convict Lake
64 locals recommend
We love this lake for it's sheer beauty, boat rentals and a good 3 hour tour! There is an easy hiking trail around the lake or you can rent a boat and enjoy some good fishing with a picnic!

Food scene

Extensive menu, excellent food, full bar and an extensive wine list. Get a good seat in the restaurant for the best views. This is a good choice for a special occasion!
19 locals recommend
The Restaurant at Convict Lake
2000 Convict Lake Rd
19 locals recommend
Extensive menu, excellent food, full bar and an extensive wine list. Get a good seat in the restaurant for the best views. This is a good choice for a special occasion!
Best breakfast in town! Large portions and fast service. Nice little deck in front if weather permits.
58 locals recommend
Good Life Cafe
126 Old Mammoth Rd
58 locals recommend
Best breakfast in town! Large portions and fast service. Nice little deck in front if weather permits.

City advice

Customs and culture

Be Cautious of Area Bears

Please close the 1st floor windows of the house when leaving even for a few hours and in the evenings. We have had a bear visit in the kitchen one summer morning. It took off the exterior screen, climbed in the open window, ate a bear claw pastry (no kidding) and left!