Vacation & Lodging Guide 2009/10

Top Ten Reasons

Mammoth Is Your Best
Winter Destination:
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1 Getting here is easy: fly in
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2 World-class terrain and big snow
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3 Two resorts are better than one
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4 Terrain parks for all levels
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5 All the ways to explore our
wonderland
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6 Aprés ski adventures
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7 Concerts, activities and
competitions
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8 Staying slopeside with us means
more time to play
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9 California’s biggest playground is
open 12 months a year
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10 Because fun isn’t just our middle
name—it’s our raison d’etre*
(*That’s snob speak for modus operandi, err,
we mean, it’s a wicked good time here.)

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1 Because the challenge should be
on the slopes, not getting to them
Surrounded by alpine wilderness and
almost 200 miles from the closest
city, Mammoth is now easier to get to
than ever before! Raved about in any
magazine worth the paper it’s printed on,
Mammoth regularly tops lists for “Lifts”
(#1 in SKI in 2009), “Terrain/Variety”
(top 2 in SKI in 2008) and parks (just flip
forward a few pages). Now, with daily
flights on Horizon Air from five cities
(Los Angeles, San Jose, Reno, Seattle
and Portland), you can spend more time
playing and less time traveling.

“There are few resorts in North America that offer

the vastness of terrain that can be found here…From a
summit elevation at over 11,000 feet, the mountain drops
steeply down alpine powder faces to an expansive
undulating maze of world-class groomers.”
–Transworld Snowboarding
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2 Because you don’t have to
be an Olympian to appreciate
world-class terrain
Beginners are smitten with our ideal-for-
learning soft snow, while intermediates
enjoy all the options, ranging from “easy
blues” to the perfect gateways to black
diamonds. Experts heart our steeps,
chutes and hidden tree sections that are
accessible via a Mammoth Mountain
Guide or properly bribed local.
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3 Two resorts are better than one
With a peak that towers over 11,000
feet, terrain that spans 3,500 acres
and annual snowfall averaging 400+
inches, Mammoth has something for
everyone—even those who want another
option: June Mountain. Mammoth’s
sister resort pulls a hat trick—featuring
wide, corduroy-groomed trails, a terrain
park that looks like no other and zero lift
lines. Riders and families alike can’t get
Tamarack Cross enough of this winter oasis.
Country Ski Center

Snowmobile
Adventures

Mammoth Mountain Stats:

Base elevation: 7,953 feet
Top elevation: 11,053 feet
Days of sun per year: 300
Annual snowfall: 400 inches
Skiable acreage: 3,500
Vertical: 3,100 feet
Number of trails: 150
Number of lifts: 28
NEW this year:
Number of express lifts: 10
Village Ski Back Trail Terrain: 15% expert
20% advanced
40% intermediate
25% beginner

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4 Stay in the heart of the action: stay slopeside.
When you stay with Mammoth Lodging, you’re just steps
from the slopes. Because rolling out of bed and straight
onto the lift means you can ski to your heart’s content.
With four different properties at the best locations in
town, there’s an option for “ski all day & party all night”
types, families and everyone in between.
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5 Terrain parks for beginners,
intermediates, pros and the folks
who just want to watch
Magazines like Transworld Snowboarding,
Freeskier and Skiing, regularly award our
world-class pipes and parks top honors.
Crowned the #1 park system for two
years in a row by SKI, even the inter-
national crowd knows our three pipes
and seven parks are the place to be.
“Mammoth’s Unbound Terrain Park has
something to test the mettle of riders of
all abilities and also boasts the longest
season of any resort in the world. What
more could you ask of a park?” asks the
UK’s Onboard magazine.
Answer: The chance to share a chair with
professional snowboarders and skiers.
With Mammoth pro-team snowboarders
like Mason Aguirre and Eddie Wall and
skiers Pep Fujas and Chris Benchetler
on the hill, as well as a steady stream
of pro riders from around the world, it’s
not unusual for park rats to end up on
the chair next to a pro. With parks for
all ability levels, from beginner to gold
medalist, Unbound is a great place to get
to the next level. And don’t forget about
June Mountain: Transworld Snowboarding
awarded June Top 10 honors for its park.

Best Park in the U.S.

“For years, Mammoth has been a haven for pro
riders and the apparent epicenter for park-design
progression.”–Transworld Snowboarding
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6 With cross country skiing, snowshoeing and
snowmobiling, there are plenty of ways to
explore winter wonderland

Indoors or outdoors, day or night, there’s always something going on in Mammoth.

Discover the serenity of the wilderness while gliding through the woods on cross
country skis at Tamarack, taking a full moon snowshoe tour or delving into the back-
country at a nice clip atop a snowmobile. Looking for retail therapy? Check out the
trendy shops in The Village and screaming deals at the outlet mall on Main Street.
And if you’re really looking to discover wild life, pop into one of the bars or restau-
rants in The Village, where the party never stops.

Cross Country at Tamarack Ski Center

For an unforgettable winter experience, escape to the serene, tree-lined trails of
“Sure, skiers love Mammoth’s scenic Lakes Basin. Nineteen miles of freshly groomed skating, classic
storms, but a good and snowshoe trails await cross country skiers and snowshoers of all abilities. In the
bluebird is nice tranquility of the backcountry, only the sound of winter birds and your own locomo-
tion fills your ears as the bustle of town dissolves. Experience the Sierra in a way few
every once in a others do: come play in the woods.
while. Those are
the days when the Snowmobile
If you’ve ever been snowmobiling, you know it’s a great way to find fun far off the
snow glitters [and]
beaten path. If you haven’t, well, it’s time you tried. Mammoth Snowmobile
the light’s perfect Adventures is the perfect outfitter for first-timers and seasoned experts. Experi-
for photos…At enced guides and top-of-the-line equipment grant you access to Mammoth’s epic
Mammoth Mountain, backcountry, including thousands of acres of trails, pristine snow, endless meadows,
thanks to 300+ historic landmarks and lush pine forests.
sunny days a year Shop and Explore
and temps as high The streets of Mammoth are lined with stores for your shopping pleasure. From
as 70 in the spring speciality sports retailers, branded outlet stores and trendy shops carrying the latest
time, you have an 85 fashions to bookstores, art galleries and more, there are plenty ways to treat yourself
in Mammoth.
percent chance of
catching a day like
that.”–Skiing
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7 After the lifts stop turning, the après ski
adventure begins in our legendary bars, pubs,
restaurants and outdoor dining venues

Whether you’re looking for a light lunch in the great outdoors accessible only by
snowcat (Minaret Summit Lunch Tour), a happy hour beer and a towering plate of
nachos (Yodler Restaurant & Bar), a four-star dining experience in a luxurious cabin
tucked in the woods (The Lakefront Restaurant), adventurous fine dining via a snow-
cat (Parallax Snowcat Dinner) or anything in between, Mammoth has something
for everyone.

Après
When the lifts close, there’s plenty of fun to be had on slopeside sun decks and on-
mountain hot spots like the Yodler, Tusks Bar and Dry Creek Bar at the Mammoth
“Best Nightlife” Mountain Inn, which offers incredible views of the sunset over the mountain. Ride the
—OnTheSnow Village Gondola down to The Village, where you can regale your friends with tales of
your day’s adventure over a relaxing bevvie or bite. Options include everything from
wine bars to a brewery, a family-style Irish pub and more.
“Top Ten Ski Town[s]
For Singles” Dining
-TheSkiChannel.com Nothing builds a hearty appetite like playing all day and no one offers on-hill choices
like Mammoth. Ranging from mouth watering wood-fired pizzas at Main and Canyon
Lodge to nachos and fish tacos at the Yodler, fine dining at The Lakefront Restaurant,
we have something to delight all palates and pocketbooks. Off-mountain, choices
abound ranging from Thai and sushi to Mexican and plenty of comfort food.

Mammoth Snowcat Tours

Take a ride in a real snowcat for the most unique dining experiences in the Eastern
Sierra. And it’s no ordinary ‘cat: you’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of the snowbound
backcountry in heated comfort. With three different tours to choose from—Minaret
Summit Lunch Tour, Minaret Vista Sunset Tour and Parallax Snowcat Dinners—op-
tions range from outdoor picnic tables draped with white tablecloths to a contempo-
rary and cozy private restaurant featuring a panoramic view of the mountains from a
perch of 9,600 feet. Either way, world-class cuisine awaits you.
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8 With a monthly concert series featuring
big-name acts and all kinds of cool events,
there’s always something going on in Mammoth

Because when you go on vacation, you want to do a little of everything: skiing and
riding great terrain, checking out world-class athletes who make the impossible look
natural and the kind partying and kicking back that has made California famous.
Check out our calendar below: you’ll be floored by all the potential for fun. Don’t
worry about sleep; you can catch some ZZZ’s when you get home.

November April/May
Mammoth Mountain Opening Day Mammoth Invitational – April 2–4
(scheduled) – November 12 Celebrity fundraiser to support junior athletes
Big Winter Kick Off Celebration – November 14 Easter Festivities – April 4
Movie premieres, live music and parties Mammoth Concert Series - April 10
Rock & Roll All Mammoth Concert Series – November 14 Tour de Taste at Tamarack – April 11
Night & Ski Tamarack Cross-Country Ski Center Opening Day
(scheduled) – November 21
Spring Fest Kick Off and Pond Skim – April 18
West Coast Invitational – April 30 to May 2
Every Day Thanksgiving Feasts – November 26 A weekend of pro snowboarding contests and spectacles
December Mammoth Concert Series – May 1
MVP Early Ups – December 12 Sierra Star Golf Course Opens – May 29
If you’re looking June Mountain Opening Day (scheduled) – December 12 June
for great music, Night of Lights – December 19
A celebration with fireworks, live music and more
Mammoth Motocross – June 17–27
Pros and amateurs race this famous track
Mammoth is the Christmas Holiday – December 18 – January 3 only once a year

place to be. We’re New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Party – December 31
January
Official Motocross Party - June 19
Adventure Center Opens – June 19
proud to announce New Year’s Day – January 1 Bike Park Opens – June 19
that we’re kicking January Midweek Madness Deals – January 11–29 Mammoth Concert Series – June 26
USSA Grand Prix of Snowboarding – January 4–10 July
off a monthly Snowboarders compete for a spot on the 4th of July Weekend – July 3–4
2010 U.S. Olympic Team
concert series Mammoth Concert Series – January 9
22nd Annual Mammoth Lakes
Jazz Jubilee – July 14–18
that will feature Martin Luther King Holiday – January 18
VillageFest – July 31–August 1
well-known acts as February Annual Rib Cook-off and Music Festival
Olympic Celebrations – February 12–28 August
well as great buzz Cheer on your favorite athletes at various
15th Annual Mammoth Festival of
parties around Mammoth
bands. And be sure Presidents’ Holiday – February 13–21
Beers & Bluesapalooza – August 6–8
Blue Sky Festival – August 13-14
to check out the A week-long celebration including Mardi Gras,
Valentine’s Day and more Mammoth Festival – August 20–22
legendary outdoor Mammoth Concert Series – February 20
Wine tasting and live music under the pines
Mammoth Rocks – August 27-28
music festivals that March
September/October
Mammoth Concert Series – March 6
take place all Roxy Chicken Jam – March 25–28
High Sierra Fall Century Ride – September 11

summer long. An all-female snowboard competition for the

Ticket to Ride Rider of the Year
OktoberFest – TBA

MVP Early Ups – March 27

Mammoth Concert Series – March 27

More to come. Check MammothMountain.com for a current schedule of events. Events subject to change.
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9 When you stay where you play,
you have more time to do the latter
Whether you want luxurious or rustic, to
be in the midst of the nightlife or family-
oriented fun, or to be able to roll out of
bed directly onto the Panorama Gondola,
we have an option for you. Because
when you stay with Mammoth, the only
thing between you and Mother Nature
is a down comforter. And with a staff of
passionate locals, great advice is only a
question away.
Benefits of staying with Mammoth
Lodging include:
• Complimentary airport transfers and
in-town shuttle service.
• Exclusive in-house rental shops.
• Full-service front desk services to book
MMSA tickets, rentals, passes, etc.
• High-speed internet access
• Premier slopeside parking
(parking at slopeside hotel locations)
• Concierge services

New this Year: Ski Back to the Village

Our brand-new Village Ski Back Trail provides another way
to get from the slopes to The Village. It’s a fun choice
for guests who want to try something different, but
don’t think the day’s challenges are done. The only
question left: where should you stop for après when
you get to The Village?
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10 Stay where the fun is: sleep slopeside*
Start and end the day in the heart of The Village.
The Village Lodge is only a few steps away from the lively
shops, bars and restaurants of Mammoth’s social center,
dubbed The Village. It’s also a snowball’s throw away from
the complimentary Village Gondola, which will whisk you
slopeside to the full-service Canyon Lodge, complete
with ski school, lockers, food court, rentals and chairlift
access to beginner and intermediate trails and multiple
terrain parks.
• One of Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 50 Ski Resort Properties
• Complimentary Village Gondola to the slopes
• Complete kitchens and balconies in condo residences
• High-speed internet, heated pool, three fitness centers,
five whirlpool spas
• Village Conference Center with 3,700 square feet of
meeting space
The ski-in/ski-out family getaway.
Wake up with the mountain at your front door: the full
service Eagle Lodge is just a few steps away and features
terrain that is ideal for families. Regular shuttles make
quick trips to The Village easy. Juniper Springs is also a
great summer locale: it’s close to Sierra Star Golf Course
and a short pedal to the Mammoth Mountain Bike Park.
• One of Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 50 Ski Resort Properties
• Slopeside to Eagle Lodge, offering lessons, rentals, tickets
and chairlift access to the entire mountain
• Kitchens and balconies in condos and town home
residences
• High-speed internet, two fitness centers, two heated
pools, six whirlpool spas
• Private ski and snowboard rental shop, game room,
conference and meeting space, Daily Grind coffee shop
and a short walk from Talons restaurant
Book online at MammothMountain.com or call 800.MAMMOTH.
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See trail map for locations.
Stay slopeside at 9,000 feet.
Steps from the Panorama Gondola, there’s no better place
to wake up on a powder day. Here at our historic, highest-
elevation slopeside property, which sits pretty at 9,000
feet above sea level, visitors to Mammoth can reward
themselves with a power nap at lunch after getting first
tracks that morning. Come nightfall, watch the meditative
lights of the snowcats manicuring the mountain.
• Slopeside to the Main Lodge, offering lessons, rentals, tickets and
chairlift/gondola access
• Beside the Yodler Restaurant & Bar and featuring the
Mountainside Grill and Dry Creek Bar on site
• High-speed internet, fitness center, pool, whirlpool spa,
game room
• Pet-friendly
• On-site child-care facility
• Meeting space ranging from the Fireside Lounge and Boardroom
to the much larger Sierra Room
Private cabins on the shores of Twin Lakes.
Where luxury meets rustic, there’s no better way to escape
the hustle and bustle of the modern world than enjoying
all the amenities you want on your vacation. Built in 1924,
Tamarack Lodge retains a timeless nature and romantic
atmosphere. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are
as close as your front door at our XC resort, Tamarack. All
units have gas fireplaces or wood-burning stoves, whether
you’re in a studio or a three-bedroom cabin.
• One of Sunset magazine’s Top 10 Lakeside Resorts
• Trailside to Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center
• Private cabins and lodge rooms
• Forest Chapel for summertime weddings
• Historic lobby with table games, hot coffee and bar
• Free wireless internet
• Home of Mammoth Adventures—complimentary
outdoors clinics and guided activities
Book online at MammothMountain.com or call 800.MAMMOTH.
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Visit Mammoth
During the Summer
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1 Warm days, cool nights
and ‘round-the-clock fun
In late spring, the mountains and
meadows roar back to life after shedding
their snowy winter coats and inspira-
tion stretches as far as the eye can see.
Surrounded by snow-capped ranges and
green valleys, Mammoth and nearby
Yosemite National Park are home to the
iconic locations where Ansel Adams
famously captured the majestic beauty
of the Sierra. Here you’ll find hundreds
of miles of trails that include options for
hikers, bikers and horseback riders, as
well as throttle-twisters; world-famous
trout fishing at high-altitude lakes; and
18 holes built from your golf dreams.
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2 Mammoth is your
Adventure Center
Located at the Main Lodge, the Adven-
ture Center is your headquarters for
summer mountain fun. Grab a rental
bike, ticket and all the gear you need for
a day in the Bike Park, catch the Reds
Meadow shuttle or hop on a Scenic
Gondola Ride to the top of Mammoth
Mountain and the Top of the Sierra
Interpretive Center. Aspiring climbers
of all ages can test their mettle against
the giant climbing rock; the staff will
teach you the ropes and get you started.
Young daredevils can fly high on the
Zip Line. And everyone can enjoy a cold
drink on the sun deck at the Yodler.

Mammoth Mountain Bike Park

Although many consider Mammoth’s legendary Kamikaze run
to be the birthplace of downhill mountain bike racing, and
features for serious gravity-junkies grow every season, we
also have plenty of trails for cross-country folks as well as
kids and riders who haven’t been on two wheels for years.
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3 Because we’re the perfect base camp for
your Yosemite adventure, complete with play-
grounds for adventurers of all ages and abilities

Mammoth Adventures
Whether you’re a long-time Mammoth visitor or a first-timer, our Mammoth
Adventures program is the place to find insider knowledge about the area and take
advantage of introductory clinics like Fly Fishing 101. They also offer an Adventure
Handbook that outlines some great hikes, bike rides and day trips. All of this is free
for Mammoth Lodging guests.

Sierra Star Golf Course

Sierra Star is 18 holes of tree-lined golfing goodness. Higher above sea level than any
other set of links in California, the altitude adds yards to your drives and you can play
The nucleus of here even at high noon during the height of summer. Take that, Palm Springs.
natural beauty,
Fishing
Mammoth is also a Fly fishing puts you in the thick of it all: in the water, among the woods, surrounded by
short day trip to wildlife from head to toe. In Mammoth, natural streams weave their way around lush
national monuments valleys. The Owens River, the San Joaquin River and the Mammoth Lakes Basin are
like Devils Postpile favorite spots. Of course, there’s also plenty of spin fishing.
(which includes the Yosemite National Park
magnificent, 101-foot Less than 20 miles from Mammoth, the 761,266 acres of Yosemite seem to go on
waterfall Rainbow forever. Explore the park and you’ll likely stumble across clear, mountain streams,
Falls), the beauti- giant sequoia groves and world-famous rock formations like El Capitan and Half
Dome, offering hiking, climbing and sightseeing opportunities for all adventurers.
ful and remote Reds
Meadow and the
largest ghost town in
California: Bodie.
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4 Monumental occasions deserve
a magnificent setting

Have Your Conference in Mammoth!

No matter how many hours you put in at your conference, it’s always a working
vacation in Mammoth! You can choose from 30,000 square feet of indoor and out-
door venues. Our meeting rooms are among the highest locations in California. With
breathtaking scenery, fun activities for every personality and work facilities rivaled
only by our recreational amenities you can play as hard as you work.
As soon as your conference attendees arrive in Mammoth, they’ll feel renewed.
Problems that seemed like a big deal at the office evaporate in our mountain air; the
majestic beauty of the surroundings dissolves barriers and getting down to brass
Mammoth is a great tacks is as easy as slipping into a whirlpool. And with flights from multiple hubs, get-
ting here is easy. If you’re looking for a group transportation quote, contact our Sales
place to mix up your
office at 888.400.MTNS/888.400.6867.
vows with some
adventure! Whether Weddings
you want to say Mammoth is the perfect place for your special day. And what better way to celebrate
your union than by inviting your family, friends and loved ones to a place that holds a
“I do” at 11,053 feet, special spot in your heart?
take a snowcat to
To make sure that your day goes smoothly, a wedding planner will walk you through
Minaret Vista or the entire process.
just mountain bike,
golf or ski with your Reunions and Group Events
If you have a group of 25 or more, come on up to Mammoth and enjoy great deals on
guests, weddings at
the best we have to offer. Mammoth Sales assists with lodging, catering, transporta-
Mammoth are fun tion and activity planning for any time of year, including geocaching, ski racing and
for all. guided tours.

World-Class Catering
With delicious menu options for all palates and price points to fit your group’s needs,
our expert chefs tailor each and every menu to your specifications, using only the
finest ingredients. Our on-site catering is complemented by great waitstaff who
ensure that you and your guests get the top-notch service they deserve. Whether
you’re planning a small gathering or a huge soiree, Mammoth has plenty of options
for you.

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Horizon Air Flight Schedule Winter 2009/10 Change is taking air. Now there are three
Los Angeles/Mammoth
Depart Los Angeles Arrive Mammoth great ways to get to Mammoth:
8:40am 9:50am
2:40pm 3:50pm
Depart Mammoth Arrive Los Angeles
12:50pm 1:59pm
5:50pm 6:59pm

Seattle to Mammoth Fly Direct

Depart Seattle Arrive Mammoth After the resounding success of our LAX/Mammoth flights last winter, we’ve added
1:55pm 5:20pm*
Depart Mammoth Arrive Seattle an additional daily flight. And with new, daily flights from San Jose, Reno, Seattle and
4:20pm 7:50pm* Portland, Mammoth regulars can finally share their favorite mountain with friends from
* Stops in Reno
other cities. Once you land in Mammoth, you’re only 15 minutes from the slopes!
Portland to Mammoth
Depart Portland Arrive Mammoth
Flights begin December 17, 2009 and are scheduled to continue until April 11, 2010,
8:50pm 12:20pm except from Los Angeles, where year-round service will be available. Tickets are
Depart Mammoth Arrive Portland
10:20am 1:50pm*
available at www.horizonair.com or by calling 800-547-9308 (TTY at 800-682-2221).
* Stops in San Jose
Hit the Open Road
Reno to Mammoth Located in the Eastern Sierra, Mammoth is a picturesque journey from every direction.
Depart Reno Arrive Mammoth
4:30pm 5:20pm Visitors from the north pass the best-preserved ghost town in California, while those
Depart Mammoth Arrive Reno from the south motor through authentic Western towns enjoy exceptional views of
4:20pm 5:10pm

Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48. All drivers travel through beautiful
San Jose to Mammoth portions of California. And with more four-lane highway than ever before, the driving is
Depart San Jose Arrive Mammoth
11:25am 12:20pm
even easier.
Depart Mammoth Arrive San Jose
10:20am 11:15am Leave the Driving to the Pros
With multiple tour operators that regularly run trips to Mammoth from many Southern
California locations, getting to the mountains is as simple as hopping on a bus.

MammothMountain.com 800.MAMMOTH
In partnership with Inyo National Forest *Flight times subject to change.