A winter trip may be the perfect time to fall in love with skiing and snowboarding, but summer is the perfect time to fall in love with Mammoth Lakes. If you’ve only been to Mammoth Lakes during the winter and don’t know what we mean, then now is the time to change that. To help […]
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Beginner Ski Lift Tips
Forget about moving on from green runs to blues. The thing most beginners are afraid of above all is getting on and off the ski lift. We don’t want the ski lift to hold you back from progressing on the slopes, so the Mammoth Bound team has put together a quick list of beginner ski […]
How to Find Mammoth Road Conditions
When the snow starts to fall on Mammoth Mountain, the entire world comes to town to ski it. Unfortunately, the snow doesn’t only fall on the slopes, and if your journey to Mammoth Lakes includes driving on snowy roads then you’ll need to know where to find Mammoth road conditions and other important information to […]
Where to find Mammoth Mountain Powder
Mammoth Mountain’s high elevation means massive storms that carry heavy snow. Once the storms clear though, there are endless skiable acres covered in Mammoth Mountain powder snow waiting for someone to have their dream day of skiing or snowboarding. We want everyone to love Mammoth Mountain just as much as we do, so the Mammoth […]
How to Decide to Ski or Snowboard
Struggling to decide if you should ski or snowboard? First of all, congratulations. No matter what you choose, you have a chance to gain an incredible hobby that gets you outside and active for years to come. Secondly, we know that choosing to ski or snowboard is a difficult choice to make since you likely […]
How to Make Skiing and Snowboarding Environmentally Friendly
The natural beauty that surrounds us in Mammoth Lakes is enough reason to protect the environment at every chance we get, but there’s an even more immediate reason people who love to ski and snowboard should want to protect the environment. Without a healthy environment, there is no skiing and snowboarding. That’s not a world […]
Private or Group Ski and Snowboard Lessons?
We’ve been lucky enough to watch some of the best skiers and snowboarders in the world ride at Mammoth Mountain, and as locals we’ve been able to ride with plenty of extremely talented people. Still, we know that learning to ski or snowboard is hard for everyone, regardless of their age, experience, or how good […]
Ski and Snowboard Gift Guide for Beginners
Is a ski or snowboard trip coming up for someone you’re buying a gift for? If yes, then the holidays are the perfect time to find them a great gift since winter is just around the corner and there are plenty of deals to be found. Unfortunately, to buy a great gift for a skier […]
Proposing in Mammoth Lakes?
Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or just love being surrounded by natural beauty, there isn’t a better place to propose than in Mammoth Lakes. Of course, if you’re not familiar with Mammoth Lakes then you may not have all the details you need to make your proposal perfect. That’s why the Mammoth Bound team has […]
New Ikon Pass Mountains for 2023
One of the best parts of skiing and snowboarding is the fact that you get to explore beautiful mountains and the towns that surround them. We know just how incredible those mountains and their towns can be since we live in Mammoth Lakes, but if you can’t make it here then the Ikon Pass is […]
Mammoth Lakes’ Lakes Basin Guide
You’re never far from outdoor beauty when you visit Mammoth Lakes, and that’s thanks to the Lakes Basin. Sure, when you’re in town you can see soaring Sierra peaks from just about anywhere, but you still must hike or drive to get to them. Thanks to Mammoth’s Lakes Basin, spectacular natural beauty is just a […]
October Events in Mammoth Lakes
Love mountains, fall colors, and great weather? We’ll just assume that you said yes because we can’t think of a single person who would say no. All that and more is here in Mammoth Lakes this October, but surprisingly October is one of the least busy months in the year for Mammoth. If you want […]
Where to See Fall Colors in Mammoth Lakes
As much as we love summer camping and winter skiing and snowboarding, there’s nothing quite like fall colors in Mammoth Lakes. Thanks to a combination of altitude, weather, and beautiful mountains, Mammoth Lakes has some of the best fall colors in California. Today, the Mammoth Bound team is breaking down when and where to see […]
How to Ski and Snowboard with Children
When you love skiing and snowboarding, you want to share it with the people you love most so that they enjoy it just as much as you do. However, skiing and snowboarding isn’t for everyone, and children can be especially picky about how or even if they like to them. If you’re a parent or […]
The Best Places to Kayak in Mammoth Lakes
We love every type of activity that lets people get outside and in the beautiful environment we get to call home in Mammoth Lakes. Kayaking stands apart though thanks to just how serene noiselessly gliding along the water can be. Add in a few stunning views of the Eastern Sierra mountains and you’ll see why […]
Campfire Safety Tips for Beginners
Camping should be a fun and relaxing way to experience nature and disconnect from daily stress. However, if you relax too much around a campfire then they can quickly turn dangerous. That’s why the Mammoth Bound team is here to share the best campfire safety tips for beginners. Read all about them below before visiting […]
How to Track the Washburn Wildfire in Yosemite
Mammoth Bound is built around the belief that everyone should experience the beautiful mountains and wilderness in our backyard, which is why the Washburn Wildfire burning in Yosemite National Park has been heartbreaking. However, Yosemite is still thriving and we want to help you visit. That’s why we’ve listed everything you need to keep track […]
Family Friendly Indoor Activities in Mammoth Lakes
It’s hard to be in Mammoth Lakes and not want to spend time outside, but sometimes the weather doesn’t allow it. However, whether it’s dumping snow or rain, there are still plenty of options for indoor family activities in Mammoth Lakes! The Mammoth Bound team has listed a few of them below so that you […]
The Best Day Trips from Mammoth Lakes
As much as we love Mammoth Lakes, after living and working here we know that there’s more to see in the mountains that surround the town. Mammoth Bound is built around the belief that everyone should experience the beauty of the place we call home. That’s why we’ve listed 5 of the best day trips […]
Why You Need an E-Bike on Your Next Camping Trip
Why E-Bikes Will Change Your Next Camping Trip Camping is all about getting away from the places we call home for some. If you camp to spend time together with those you love and make a few new friends in the process though, then an e-bike should be your next piece of camping gear. Here […]
5 Tips for Camping with Your Family
Mammoth Bound is all about sharing the beautiful natural splendor in our backyard in Mammoth Lakes. One of the best ways to do that is to have families camp here and create special memories outside. To help do that, the Mammoth Bound team has listed 5 of the best tips for camping with your family […]