Anna's Mammoth Guidebook
Food scene
German-accented tavern on the slopes offering deck dining, ample brew choices & pub grub at Main Lodge.
10 locals recommend
The Yodler Restaurant & Bar
10000 Minaret Rd German-accented tavern on the slopes offering deck dining, ample brew choices & pub grub at Main Lodge.
The ski lodge gets an upgrade at this modern eatery offering high-end dining & mountain views.
52 locals recommend
Skadi
94 Berner StThe ski lodge gets an upgrade at this modern eatery offering high-end dining & mountain views.
A broad wine list & large fireplace welcome diners to this charming eatery with upscale bistro fare.
79 locals recommend
Petra's Bistro & Wine Bar
6080 Minaret RdA broad wine list & large fireplace welcome diners to this charming eatery with upscale bistro fare.
The Tioga Gas Mart and Whoa Nellie Deli is a Mobil gas station and restaurant located at the bottom of Tioga Pass at the corner of CA highway 395 and highway 120 in Lee Vining, CA. From the outside it appears to be just another gas station, however, this is not your typical travel one-stop-shop. The Whoa Nellie Deli is nestled just below Tioga Pass and minutes from Mono Lake providing easy access to Yosemite Valley, and breathtaking views of Mono Lake and the Eastern Sierra Nevada.
Not only is the Whoa Nellie a convenient gas station for travelers, inside is a one of a kind restaurant offering a unique menu including a pancake breakfast, ahi sashimi, wild buffalo meatloaf, sandwiches, and pizza, to name a few (in a gas station!). If you're in the area during summer (weather depending) you can even grab some food and listen to live music.
The Tioga Gas Mart & Whoa Nellie Deli truly is a unique staple to the Eastern Sierra and is a must for travelers and lovers of the Sierra Nevada.
21 locals recommend
Whoa Nellie Deli
22 Vista Point DriveThe Tioga Gas Mart and Whoa Nellie Deli is a Mobil gas station and restaurant located at the bottom of Tioga Pass at the corner of CA highway 395 and highway 120 in Lee Vining, CA. From the outside it appears to be just another gas station, however, this is not your typical travel one-stop-shop. The Whoa Nellie Deli is nestled just below Tioga Pass and minutes from Mono Lake providing easy access to Yosemite Valley, and breathtaking views of Mono Lake and the Eastern Sierra Nevada.
Not only is the Whoa Nellie a convenient gas station for travelers, inside is a one of a kind restaurant offering a unique menu including a pancake breakfast, ahi sashimi, wild buffalo meatloaf, sandwiches, and pizza, to name a few (in a gas station!). If you're in the area during summer (weather depending) you can even grab some food and listen to live music.
The Tioga Gas Mart & Whoa Nellie Deli truly is a unique staple to the Eastern Sierra and is a must for travelers and lovers of the Sierra Nevada.
Sleek, buzzy bistro with contemporary decor, New American cuisine & specialty libations.
46 locals recommend
53 Kitchen & Cocktails
6201 Minaret RdSleek, buzzy bistro with contemporary decor, New American cuisine & specialty libations.
Festive, storied fixture with Mexican & Latin fusion fare, many tequilas & monthly tastings.
73 locals recommend
Gomez's Mexican Restaurant
100 Canyon BlvdFestive, storied fixture with Mexican & Latin fusion fare, many tequilas & monthly tastings.
Boba! Thai, Vietnames, and Chinese broth based dishes. With rice noodles, egg noodles, and spinach noodles
12 locals recommend
Noodle-Ly
437 Old Mammoth RdBoba! Thai, Vietnames, and Chinese broth based dishes. With rice noodles, egg noodles, and spinach noodles
Directly across from our condo! Enjoy seasonal and German classics in a warm welcoming atmosphere. Bar and restaurant seating is available.
33 locals recommend
Austria Hof Restaurant
924 Canyon BlvdDirectly across from our condo! Enjoy seasonal and German classics in a warm welcoming atmosphere. Bar and restaurant seating is available.
El Charro Taqueria
452 Old Mammoth RoadBest tacos in town!
Morrison's Restaurant and Bar
3516 Main StShea Schat's Bakery
3305 Main StMammoth Coffee Roasting, Co.
436 Old Mammoth RdThe Warming Hut
343 Old Mammoth RdGOJIRA Ramen & Sushi
452 Old Mammoth RoadGodzilla Theme Ramen Spot!
Yama Ramen
Ramen at the Village
Smokeyard BBQ and Chop Shop
1111 Forest TrailBBQ & Chops
Lakanuki
6201 Minaret RdTiki Restaurant & Bar
Bagels! Closest you’re going to get to a Jewish Deli
22 locals recommend
Old New York Deli & Bakery Co.
6201 Minaret RdBagels! Closest you’re going to get to a Jewish Deli
Toomey's
6085 Minaret RdBreakfast Spot
John's Pizza Works
3499 Main StFamily Friendly Pizza Spot
Dos Alas CubaRican Café & Lounge
101 Sherwin Creek RdRoberto's Mexican Cafe
271 Old Mammoth RdBleu Handcrafted Foods Market & Kitchen
106 Old Mammoth RdSkadi
94 Berner StVulcania
Vulcania
Skiing
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge
10400 Minaret RdNeighborhoods
Mammoth Lakes
Bar Scene
Catch your next aprés happy hour slopeside at Tusks sports bar. See all the games on 15 HDTVs or grab a drink on the sundeck. Live music on weekends.
Tusks Bar
10001 Minaret RdCatch your next aprés happy hour slopeside at Tusks sports bar. See all the games on 15 HDTVs or grab a drink on the sundeck. Live music on weekends.
Lively, tropical-themed haunt offering Hawaiian fare & drinks, plus happy hour, DJs & a dance floor.
73 locals recommend
Lakanuki
6201 Minaret RdLively, tropical-themed haunt offering Hawaiian fare & drinks, plus happy hour, DJs & a dance floor.
Laid-back haunt with a woodsy interior & New American fare, plus TVs, mountain views & happy hour.
138 locals recommend
Mammoth Tavern - Mammoth
587 Old Mammoth RdLaid-back haunt with a woodsy interior & New American fare, plus TVs, mountain views & happy hour.
Easygoing game-day spot offering pub grub, craft cocktails & beer on tap, plus a pet-friendly patio
48 locals recommend
Liberty Sports Bar and Grill
3399 Main StEasygoing game-day spot offering pub grub, craft cocktails & beer on tap, plus a pet-friendly patio
Low-key, long-running bar offering tap beers, a large whiskey selection & hearty comfort food.
59 locals recommend
Clocktower Cellar
6080 Minaret RdLow-key, long-running bar offering tap beers, a large whiskey selection & hearty comfort food.
The Public House offers 50 rotating taps with 40+ devoted to the an eclectic selection of craft beers with an emphasis on local breweries. We also have wine, cider, and hard kombucha as well as non-alcoholic options. Our food menu features pub classics such as soft pretzels and delicious, warm meat pies. All served in a fun relaxed atmosphere with a pool table, darts, and games.
11 locals recommend
The Public House
3399 Main StreetThe Public House offers 50 rotating taps with 40+ devoted to the an eclectic selection of craft beers with an emphasis on local breweries. We also have wine, cider, and hard kombucha as well as non-alcoholic options. Our food menu features pub classics such as soft pretzels and delicious, warm meat pies. All served in a fun relaxed atmosphere with a pool table, darts, and games.
Hip, modern artisan distillery offering house spirits, cocktails & eclectic eats, plus craft beers.
44 locals recommend
Shelter Distilling
100 Canyon BlvdHip, modern artisan distillery offering house spirits, cocktails & eclectic eats, plus craft beers.
Sightseeing
An icon of America’s majestic natural beauty, California’s Yosemite National Park welcomes millions of visitors each year—drawn to its dramatic waterfalls, giant sequoias, abundant wildlife, and awe-inspiring cliffs, like Half Dome and El Capitan. Whether you’re looking for the adventure vacation of a lifetime, want to immerse yourself in the stillness of nature—or simply hike, backpack or ski in one of the most beautiful places on earth, you’ll find your place in Yosemite.
995 locals recommend
Yosemite National Park
An icon of America’s majestic natural beauty, California’s Yosemite National Park welcomes millions of visitors each year—drawn to its dramatic waterfalls, giant sequoias, abundant wildlife, and awe-inspiring cliffs, like Half Dome and El Capitan. Whether you’re looking for the adventure vacation of a lifetime, want to immerse yourself in the stillness of nature—or simply hike, backpack or ski in one of the most beautiful places on earth, you’ll find your place in Yosemite.
Bodie State Historic Park is a genuine California gold-mining ghost town. Visitors can walk down the deserted streets of a town that once had a population of nearly 10,000 people. The town is named for Waterman S. Body (William Bodey), who had discovered small amounts of gold in hills north of Mono Lake. In 1875, a mine cave-in revealed pay dirt, which led to purchase of the mine by the Standard Company in 1877. People flocked to Bodie and transformed it from a town of a few dozen to a boomtown.
Only a small part of the town survives, preserved in a state of "arrested decay." Interiors remain as they were left and stocked with goods. Designated as a National Historic Site and a State Historic Park in 1962, the remains of Bodie are being preserved in a state of "arrested decay". Today this once thriving mining camp is visited by tourists, howling winds and an occasional ghost.
44 locals recommend
Bodie State Historic Park
California 270Bodie State Historic Park is a genuine California gold-mining ghost town. Visitors can walk down the deserted streets of a town that once had a population of nearly 10,000 people. The town is named for Waterman S. Body (William Bodey), who had discovered small amounts of gold in hills north of Mono Lake. In 1875, a mine cave-in revealed pay dirt, which led to purchase of the mine by the Standard Company in 1877. People flocked to Bodie and transformed it from a town of a few dozen to a boomtown.
Only a small part of the town survives, preserved in a state of "arrested decay." Interiors remain as they were left and stocked with goods. Designated as a National Historic Site and a State Historic Park in 1962, the remains of Bodie are being preserved in a state of "arrested decay". Today this once thriving mining camp is visited by tourists, howling winds and an occasional ghost.
The oblong-shaped lake is filled with water as clear as glass, encircled by a three-mile long access trail and boxed in by the steep backdrop of the Sierra Nevada, highlighted by the 12,241’ Mount Morrison. Convict Lake was originally carved out by glaciers, and at up to 140’ deep in some places, it’s one of the deepest lakes in the region.
64 locals recommend
Convict Lake
The oblong-shaped lake is filled with water as clear as glass, encircled by a three-mile long access trail and boxed in by the steep backdrop of the Sierra Nevada, highlighted by the 12,241’ Mount Morrison. Convict Lake was originally carved out by glaciers, and at up to 140’ deep in some places, it’s one of the deepest lakes in the region.
Tucked away at the base of 10,909-ft Carson Peak, the scenic 14 mile June Lake Loop is a mountain hideaway. The area has been attracting outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers dating back to Hollywood's discovery of June Lake in the 1920's.
50 locals recommend
June Lake
Tucked away at the base of 10,909-ft Carson Peak, the scenic 14 mile June Lake Loop is a mountain hideaway. The area has been attracting outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers dating back to Hollywood's discovery of June Lake in the 1920's.
Crowley Lake is known throughout the Western United States as being an incredible fishery. It produces large, beautiful trout that will give you the fight of your life! Crowley Lake Fish Camp, the only concession on the lake, offers a full service marina with 200-plus private slips, a fleet of 90 rental boats, rental cabins, full hook-up RV Sites, dry camping sites, a tackle shop, and Pelican Point Grill.
Crowley Lake is 12 miles long and 5 miles wide at its widest point. The lake is a reservoir for storing the Eastern High Sierra snow and rain water. Although most famous for trout fishing, in recent years, Crowley Lake has seen growth in various other water sports, such as kayaking, water skiing, wake boarding, wake surfing, jet skiing, and stand up paddle boarding.
18 locals recommend
Lake Crowley
Crowley Lake is known throughout the Western United States as being an incredible fishery. It produces large, beautiful trout that will give you the fight of your life! Crowley Lake Fish Camp, the only concession on the lake, offers a full service marina with 200-plus private slips, a fleet of 90 rental boats, rental cabins, full hook-up RV Sites, dry camping sites, a tackle shop, and Pelican Point Grill.
Crowley Lake is 12 miles long and 5 miles wide at its widest point. The lake is a reservoir for storing the Eastern High Sierra snow and rain water. Although most famous for trout fishing, in recent years, Crowley Lake has seen growth in various other water sports, such as kayaking, water skiing, wake boarding, wake surfing, jet skiing, and stand up paddle boarding.
After California’s Crowley Lake reservoir was completed in 1941, strange column-like formations were spotted on the water body’s eastern shore. The rising gray and stony cylinders have cracks ringing around them at intervals of about 1 foot and have inspired comparisons to Moorish temples.
With those sort of descriptions out there, it’s not surprising that theories on the origins of the columns have been similarly wide-ranging. Some believed they were just portions of rock that, as luck would have it, were eroded away to form the perfect, rising spirals and arches. Others believed the columns had a connection to the area’s volcanic past.
Crowley Lake Stone Columns
Benton Crossing RoadAfter California’s Crowley Lake reservoir was completed in 1941, strange column-like formations were spotted on the water body’s eastern shore. The rising gray and stony cylinders have cracks ringing around them at intervals of about 1 foot and have inspired comparisons to Moorish temples.
With those sort of descriptions out there, it’s not surprising that theories on the origins of the columns have been similarly wide-ranging. Some believed they were just portions of rock that, as luck would have it, were eroded away to form the perfect, rising spirals and arches. Others believed the columns had a connection to the area’s volcanic past.
Established in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot high Rainbow Falls, and pristine mountain scenery. The formation is a rare sight in the geologic world and ranks as one of the world's finest examples of columnar basalt. Its' columns tower up to 60 feet and display a striking symmetry.
110 locals recommend
Devils Postpile National Monument
Devils Postpile Access RoadEstablished in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot high Rainbow Falls, and pristine mountain scenery. The formation is a rare sight in the geologic world and ranks as one of the world's finest examples of columnar basalt. Its' columns tower up to 60 feet and display a striking symmetry.
Lake Mary is the star of the Mammoth Lakes region. Of the 11 lakes in the area, Mary is the largest and most developed. Lake Mary Campground is a large facility with plenty of amenities in and around it, and the lake provides a great base for activities like fishing, viewing waterfalls, hiking and backpacking.
52 locals recommend
Lake Mary
Lake Mary is the star of the Mammoth Lakes region. Of the 11 lakes in the area, Mary is the largest and most developed. Lake Mary Campground is a large facility with plenty of amenities in and around it, and the lake provides a great base for activities like fishing, viewing waterfalls, hiking and backpacking.
Tucked away beneath the sparkling granite of Crystal Crag, Crystal Lake is a breathtaking reward for traveling just over a mile of moderately strenuous (but incredibly scenic) trail. This alpine beauty sits beneath the towering wall of the Mammoth Crest, which divides the Lakes Basin from the San Joaquin River and which is a geologic icon of the area. The lake is a popular summertime destination that’s perfect for a picnic and can be wild with flowers in the right season.
7 locals recommend
Crystal Lake
Tucked away beneath the sparkling granite of Crystal Crag, Crystal Lake is a breathtaking reward for traveling just over a mile of moderately strenuous (but incredibly scenic) trail. This alpine beauty sits beneath the towering wall of the Mammoth Crest, which divides the Lakes Basin from the San Joaquin River and which is a geologic icon of the area. The lake is a popular summertime destination that’s perfect for a picnic and can be wild with flowers in the right season.
Horseshoe Lake, located just outside of town in the Mammoth Lakes Basin, is the perfect place to enjoy the areas spectacular alpine scenery, as well as to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, and mountain biking.
21 locals recommend
Horseshoe Lake
Horseshoe Lake, located just outside of town in the Mammoth Lakes Basin, is the perfect place to enjoy the areas spectacular alpine scenery, as well as to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, and mountain biking.
The alkaline lake is a nesting and resting place for migratory birds. Nearly 2,000,000 birds visit Mono Lake each year, so it’s a great place for bird watching. Stop at the Mono Lake State Nature Reserve and take a self-guided walk along the boardwalk to learn about the stunning tufa towers and history of the basin.
22 locals recommend
Mono Lake
The alkaline lake is a nesting and resting place for migratory birds. Nearly 2,000,000 birds visit Mono Lake each year, so it’s a great place for bird watching. Stop at the Mono Lake State Nature Reserve and take a self-guided walk along the boardwalk to learn about the stunning tufa towers and history of the basin.
Biking
Mammoth Mountain Bike Park was one of the first bike parks to open in the country, and it continues to stay at the forefront. The bike park has in excess of 80 miles of dirt singletrack with an impressive 3,000 feet of vertical descent and features amazing scenery, from expansive vistas to close encounters with towering pines.
8 locals recommend
Mammoth Mountain Bike Park
10001 Minaret RoadMammoth Mountain Bike Park was one of the first bike parks to open in the country, and it continues to stay at the forefront. The bike park has in excess of 80 miles of dirt singletrack with an impressive 3,000 feet of vertical descent and features amazing scenery, from expansive vistas to close encounters with towering pines.
You don’t have to be an experienced bicyclist to enjoy the Lakes Basin Path. The paved downhill trail is popular among all ages and abilities. Take the free town trolley up to Horseshoe Lake with your bike and ride 5.3-miles all the way back down to the village.
This 5.3-mile paved multi-use path connects the North Village to Horseshoe Lake and passes many popular Mammoth Lakes destinations, such as Twin Lakes Vista, Tamarack Lodge, Lake Mamie, and Horseshoe Lake, along the way. It may be accessed at many points along its length via the Lakes Basin Trolley. The descent from Horseshoe Lake to the North Village is 1,000 vertical feet; downhill users can accelerate quickly and must control their speed. This trail is not maintained in the wintertime.
20 locals recommend
Lakes Basin Path / Horseshoe Lake Trailhead
Parking LotYou don’t have to be an experienced bicyclist to enjoy the Lakes Basin Path. The paved downhill trail is popular among all ages and abilities. Take the free town trolley up to Horseshoe Lake with your bike and ride 5.3-miles all the way back down to the village.
This 5.3-mile paved multi-use path connects the North Village to Horseshoe Lake and passes many popular Mammoth Lakes destinations, such as Twin Lakes Vista, Tamarack Lodge, Lake Mamie, and Horseshoe Lake, along the way. It may be accessed at many points along its length via the Lakes Basin Trolley. The descent from Horseshoe Lake to the North Village is 1,000 vertical feet; downhill users can accelerate quickly and must control their speed. This trail is not maintained in the wintertime.
Skate Park
The 40,000 square-foot Volcom Brothers Skate Park rocks! There really are rocks to skate—super-smooth concrete right up to the boulders. There’s also a giant cradle, a Burnside wall, lumps, humps, a big ol’ bowl and a loveseat wall, plus zillions of different transfers and trannies. It’s truly epic!
19 locals recommend
Volcom Brothers Skate Park
1390 Meridian BlvdThe 40,000 square-foot Volcom Brothers Skate Park rocks! There really are rocks to skate—super-smooth concrete right up to the boulders. There’s also a giant cradle, a Burnside wall, lumps, humps, a big ol’ bowl and a loveseat wall, plus zillions of different transfers and trannies. It’s truly epic!