Scenic 395 - The Official Guide 2022/2023

38 2022 Scenic 395 Mammoth Mammoth a winter wonderland — and much more Mammoth Lakes and Mammoth Moun- tain have long been known as a winter wonderland where families and individ- uals can visit for time on fresh powder or play in the snow. Even during the novel coronavirus hitting the country during 2020, it plans do continue doing so. Since before it opened for the winter season in November, Mammoth has spent over $1 million in improvements to pro- vide safety for visitors. No longer just a winter resort Mammoth Mountain and Mammoth Lakes have evolved beyond just being winter destinations. Over the last few years, the Eastern Sierra community and its iconic ski resort invested in summer recreational activities, capitalizing on its natural surroundings. “Mammoth Lakes is a perfect year- round road trip destination. During the summer months, Mammoth is home to 800-plus campsites dotted throughout alpine forests and conveniently locat- ed near countless streams, lakes, bike and hiking trails,” said Lara Kaylor, Di- rector of Communications at Mammoth Lakes Tourism. “The wide-open spaces of Mammoth Lakes offer awe-inspiring nat- ural beauty that are truly rejuvenating any time of year.” In 2018, Mammoth Mountain invested over $10million in improvements, includ- ing a host of new summer activities. Hiking opportunities alone abound. Hiking in the Eastern Sierra is spectacu- lar year-round. In spring, the sharp and craggy granite peaks of the Sierra Neva- da Range form a dramatic backdrop for meadows brightly colored by wildflowers. In the summer, you’ll never tire of finding A sign directing skiers to Dave’s Run at Mammoth Mountain is seen in April 2019. Dakota Snider/Mono County Tourism 5 2021-2022 Scenic 395 Mammoth Mammoth a winter wonderland — and much more M ammoth Lakes and Mammoth Mountain have long been known as a winter wonderland where families and indi iduals can visit for time on fresh pow er or play in th snow. Even during the nov l coronavirus hitting the country during 2020, it plans do contin- ue doing so. Since before it opened for the winter sea- son in November, Mammoth has spent over $1 million in improvements to provide safety for visitors. No longer just a winter resort Mammoth Mountain and Mammoth Lakes have evolved beyond just being winter destinations. Over the last few years, the Eastern Sierra community and its iconic ski resort invested in summer recreational activ- ities, capitalizing on its natural surround- ings. “Mammoth Lakes is a perfect year-round oad trip destina on. During the summer months, Mammoth is home to 800-plus campsites dotted throughout alpine forests and conveniently located near countless streams, lakes, bike and hiking trails,” said Lara Kaylor, Director of Communications at Mammoth Lakes Tourism. “The wide-open spaces o Mammoth Lakes offer awe-inspir- ing atu al beauty that a truly rejuvenating y time of year.” In 2018, Ma oth Mountain invested over $10 million in improvements, including a host of new summer activities. Hiking opportunities alone abound. Hik- ing in the Eastern Sierra is spectacular year- round. In spring, the sharp and craggy gran- ite peaks of the Sierra Nevada R nge form a dramatic backdrop for meadows brightly col ored by wildflower . In th summer, you’ll never tire of finding secret alpine lakes, lush aspen-lined streams and forested hideaways tucked away in the mountains. In fall, early snow in the high country contrasts beautiful- ly with the vibrant golds and oranges of as- pens d willows light with their display of autumn colo s. There are plenty of short, easy and fa ily-friendly hik s. Biking in the Mammoth area has always been an attraction. Test your suspension on DAKOTA SNIDER/MONO COUNTY TOURISM A sign dir cting skiers t Dave’s Run at Mammoth Mountain is seen in April 2019. Continued on Page 36 Continued on Page 39