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Mammoth Lakes, California · Eastern Sierra

Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain has several starting points above Mammoth Lakes, including Main, Canyon and Eagle lodges. The Village and The Mill add other access landmarks, making the lodge on your rental or lesson booking a crucial detail for a first visit.

  • Main, Canyon and Eagle lodge bases
  • Dedicated beginner progression map
  • Two different gondola access roles

Mammoth Mountain snow forecast

Forecast

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First snow accumulation shown in this forecast: Sat, Nov 14, 2026. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches (3 to 5 cm) possible. Then Sat, Nov 14, 2026 (night): 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) possible. Earlier, with no amount given: Fri, Nov 13, 2026 (night), partly cloudy then slight chance light snow.

  • Sun, Nov 8, 2026

    Mostly Sunny

    Night: Partly Cloudy

    Wind from the west-southwest, 5 mph (8 km/h)

    High 51°F (11°C)Low 33°F (1°C)
  • Mon, Nov 9, 2026

    Mostly Sunny

    Night: Partly Cloudy

    Wind from the southwest, 10 to 15 mph (16 to 24 km/h)

    High 47°F (8°C)Low 31°F (-1°C)
  • Tue, Nov 10, 2026

    Sunny

    Night: Clear

    Wind from the north, 5 mph (8 km/h)

    High 47°F (8°C)Low 33°F (1°C)
  • Wed, Nov 11, 2026

    Sunny

    Night: Mostly Clear

    Wind from the west, 5 to 10 mph (8 to 16 km/h)

    High 48°F (9°C)Low 32°F (0°C)
  • Thu, Nov 12, 2026

    Sunny

    Night: Mostly Clear

    Wind from the west-southwest, 5 to 10 mph (8 to 16 km/h)

    High 43°F (6°C)Low 28°F (-2°C)
  • Fri, Nov 13, 2026

    Sunny

    Night: Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Snow

    Wind from the north-northeast, 5 mph (8 km/h)

    High 38°F (3°C)Low 27°F (-3°C)
  • Sat, Nov 14, 2026

    Slight Chance Light Snow

    New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches (3 to 5 cm) possible.

    Night: Chance Light Snow

    New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) possible.

    Wind from the southwest, 5 to 10 mph (8 to 16 km/h)

    High 38°F (3°C)Low 28°F (-2°C)

Forecast for the resort’s coordinates from National Weather Service (opens in a new tab). Conditions vary with elevation. It is a weather forecast, not an avalanche or terrain assessment. Leaving the ski area boundary? Check the regional avalanche forecast (opens in a new tab). Times are the resort’s local time.

Forecast source: National Weather Service. Check the update time and the resort's current operating report before confirming your day.

Terrain and ability at Mammoth Mountain

Main Lodge has dedicated Discovery learning terrain; Canyon has beginner progression around Schoolyard, while Eagle provides longer green routes. The mountain also offers steeps and substantial freestyle terrain. Connections between beginner areas can include more difficult runs, so check the progression map before crossing.

Getting to Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth is reached via US 395 along the eastern edge of the Sierra Nevada, then State Route 203; the resort lists the Yosemite approach for summer only. Chain control can go into effect quickly in winter, and the resort advises carrying chains whatever you drive. Check Caltrans QuickMap for pass and road closures before leaving.

Arrival, bases and lessons

Check the locations on your lesson and rental reservations. The Village Gondola connects to Canyon, while the Panorama Gondola at Main Lodge has a different purpose and destination. Check lodge operations, parking and local transportation for your date rather than assuming every base opens together.

Plan a meetup at Mammoth Mountain

Name the lodge and exact landmark in your plan, including which gondola if relevant. Begin with the terrain your least experienced friend can use. If people split between bases, agree on a return route and a reunion that does not require an unexpected blue-run connection.

Use the meetup message planner for Mammoth Mountain to agree on your date, terrain, pace and meeting point.

Official sources for this mountain guide

Guide checked against these official sources on . Use these resort sources for current maps, lesson meeting points and visitor information. Confirm tickets, reservations and open terrain for your date.

Mammoth Mountain official site → (opens in a new tab)

Spot something out of date? Email powwowllc1@gmail.com and we'll check it against the resort.

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Start with the date, terrain, pace, and a public meeting point. Confirm lift access and the resort's current report before the day. SkiBuds' rebuilt app is coming soon, with rider discovery and conversations to help you plan with ski and snowboard friends.

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Resorts near Mammoth Mountain

Straight-line distance. Mountain roads make the drive longer.