"While California's reputation is often tied to its beaches, the state's most devoted skiers and snowboarders know that the real action happens in the mountains-and farther east than you'd expect. Mammoth Lakes, tucked high in the stunning Sierra Nevada, is significantly harder to reach than similar ski havens like Tahoe or Big Bear. That extra effort pays off, though, with drier powder, heavier snowfall, and one of the longest ski seasons in North America, often stretching well into spring."
"There's a welcoming, down-to-earth energy that's undeniable. Locals greet visitors with warmth, and guests from Los Angeles and San Francisco can't help but radiate genuine joy at being here. What truly sets Mammoth apart, however, is its landscape. Set atop the ancient Long Valley Caldera, the region was shaped by massive volcanic eruptions and later carved by glaciers. The result is a dramatic mix of snowy peaks, alpine lakes, tufa towers, pine forests, and naturally-heated hot springs."
Mammoth Lakes sits high in the Sierra Nevada and is harder to reach than Tahoe or Big Bear. The extra travel yields drier powder, heavier snowfall, and one of North America's longest ski seasons, often extending into spring. Mammoth Mountain is California's tallest lift-served resort and the town retains a local, down-to-earth vibe with thinner crowds, shorter lift lines, and relaxed après-ski. The landscape rests atop the Long Valley Caldera, shaped by volcanic eruptions and glaciers, producing snowy peaks, alpine lakes, tufa towers, pine forests, and hot springs. Summer, fall, and spring offer hiking, biking, paddling, festivals, and sunny spring skiing.
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