Why go
- Town in California, United States.
- 1 hand-picked place to stay.
- Served by Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH).
History
Mammoth Lakes is the only incorporated town in Mono County, California, United States. It is located immediately to the east of Mammoth Mountain, at an elevation of 7,880 feet (2,400 m). As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 7,191, representing a decrease of 12.7% from the 8,234 recorded in the 2010 Census.
Where to stay
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 1 direct destination
- Alaska Airlines AS (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Los Angeles*
- American Airlines AA (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Los Angeles*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH); 13 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: MMH has direct flights to 1 destination on 2 airlines (incl. Los Angeles).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Mammoth Lakes, California. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.