Skiing and snowboarding have long been two of the most popular wintertime activities at Mammoth Mountain. In fact, the resort periodically hosts ski/snowboarding events and races and has terrain that appeals to visitors from all over the world. But don’t be shy about coming to Mammoth if you’re a beginner. The resort is actually incredibly inviting for newer skiers and snowboarders. The snow sports experts from Mammoth Bound, where you can find everything from high-quality ski and snowboard rental to stylish Mammoth t-shirts, explain why below.
Mammoth Has Excellent Beginner-Level Terrain
Yes, Mammoth Mountain is a paradise for expert skiers and boarders. Still, there’s equally appealing and safe terrain for beginners here, too. Most of the beginner-level areas are near the base of the mountain. You’ll also find gentler slopes near the Main Lodge and over by Canyon Lodge. Visit the Mammoth website to check out a color-coded trail map to find the beginner-level trails.
Mammoth Has Convenient Beginner Lifts
Mammoth also makes things easy and convenient for newer skiers and snowboarders with specially designated chairlifts for beginners. You can even purchase discounted beginner lift tickets via the Mammoth website that only provide access to the beginner lifts here—chairs 7, 11, 15, and 17. These lifts limit access to the beginner areas only for added safety and peace of mind.
You Can Sign Up for On-Site Lessons
Another reason we can say with confidence that Mammoth is good for beginners is because of the ability to take ski or snowboard lessons during your visit here. Offered by highly experienced instructors, lessons can be taken privately or as part of a group. Lesson options at Mammoth are further divided by age range and lesson type. With lesson type, your options include:
• Lessons only
• Lessons plus lift access
• Lessons plus rentals
• All-inclusive lessons that include lift and rentals
There are also lessons specific to kids and ones for adult skiers or snowboarders within the beginner or intermediate skill range. Multi-day clinics and season-long development programs are offered, but you’re also welcome to sign up for single-day lessons.
Everything You’ll Need Can Be Rented Locally
If you’re a beginner with skiing or snowboarding, it’s understandable to be hesitant about investing in skis or a board plus the other essentials you’ll need. What you can do instead is rent what you need when you come here. It’s not too hard to find an on-site or local rental place where you can affordably get what you need along with some advice about what’s appropriate for you.
Mammoth Is a Great Place to Practice & Improve Your Skills
Because of the many options with areas where you can ski and/or snowboard at Mammoth, it’s easy to make your way to more challenging spots as you improve your skills. This is also an added incentive to consider a season pass for Mammoth. In addition to giving you some much-appreciated savings, this is a good way to keep practicing and building up your confidence as the ski/snowboarding season advances.
First-time skiers and snowboarders can have a blast on the slopes when they make sure to start off with the right gear. Whether they need to buy Mammoth Mountain apparel or rent snowboards and skis, visitors can rely on Mammoth Bound for high-quality service and great advice from snow sports experts. Drop by our shop or contact us at [email protected].