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Summer Activities in Mammoth Lakes
The list of activities and things to do during the summer is endless in Mammoth Lakes. Surrounded by national forests, Mammoth Lakes offers everything from hiking and mountain biking, to fly fishing, golf, mountaineering, kayaking, sightseeing and scenic photography. Or, simply enjoy the scenery and fresh mountain air of Mammoth Lakes from the comfort of your spacious condo.Devils Postpile National Monument. Devils Postpile National Monument is renowned among geologists as a rare formation of columnar basalt. The towers stretch 60 feet high (18.2 m)and are distinguished by unusual symmetry. Devils Postpile National Monument is open only during the summer. Shuttles to the monument are available at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area. Visit http://www.nps.gov/depo/. [Top]
Rainbow Falls. Rainbow Falls is a towering waterfall located 2.5 miles (4 k) from Devils Postpile National Monument ranger station. Named for the rainbows of lights created by the fall’s mist, Rainbow Falls is the tallest waterfall situated on the Middle Fork of the San Joaquin River. Rainbow Falls measures 101 feet (31 m) tall. Access Rainbow Falls via the Rainbow Falls Trailhead. Visit http://www.nps.gov/depo/planyourvisit/nearbyattractions.htm.
Twin Lakes (Mammoth Lakes Basin). Situated at 8,540 feet (2603 m), Twin Lakes is a remarkable alpine lake located near the town of Mammoth Lakes. It is the first in a series of small lakes in the Mammoth Lakes Basin. The lake is fed in part by the spectacular 300-foot (91 m) Twin Falls waterfall. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and canoeing are favorite pastimes at Twin Lakes. Visit http://www.cityconcierge.com/mammoth-lakes/summer/lakes-basin.asp. [Top]
Hiking. Discover untouched meadows, crystalline alpine lakes, dense forests, and towering mountain peaks when you hike in Mammoth Lakes and the Eastern Sierra. Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Areas, Devils Postpile National Monument, and Inyo Craters are all within minutes of your mountain vacation rental. Yosemite National Park and Tuolumne Meadows are less than an hour north. Early Summer is an exceptional time to visit Yosemite National Park for optimum waterfalls. Visit www.visitmammoth.com. [Top]
Mountain Biking. The Inyo National Forest offers an extensive network of mountain biking trails ranging from OHV roads to single track. Mammoth Mountain Ski Area offers chairlift-accessed mountain biking, featuring more than 100 miles (160 k) of single track trails for all ability levels. Expert riders will find thrilling challenges in the Mammoth Mountain Bike Park.. Free mountain biking trail maps of the Mammoth Lakes area are available at the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center and Ranger Station. Visit www.visitmammoth.com.
Fly Fishing. Fly fishing is a time honored sport in Mammoth Lakes and fly fishing is top-ranked in the nearby Owens Valley High altitude lakes, rivers, and streams offer endless opportunities for anglers. Alpers trout, renowned for their trophy size, are stocked in many of the local lakes. Convict Lake, Crowley Lake, and the Mammoth Lakes Basin are prime for the big catch. A fishing license is required in the Mammoth area for all anglers age 16 or older and may be purchased locally . For those with a competitive spirit, the Mammoth Lakes area offers numerous fishing derbies throughout the summer. Visit www.visitmammoth.com. [Top]
Other Summer Activities. In addition to hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, and golf, Mammoth Lakes offers scores of other exciting things to do. Horseback riding, hot air balloon rides, kayaking and water sports, and birding are just a few other options within close proximity. [Top]
