Adventure never takes a season off in Mammoth Lakes. From heart-pounding mountain bike rides and fly fishing on stunningly scenic lakes, to invigorating afternoon hikes, summer into fall offers absolutely unreal experiences that you won’t want to pass up.
Pro-tip: If you want to maximize your mountain time, fly nonstop from Denver, San Francisco, LA and Carlsbad — or connect from hundreds of cities nationwide. You’ll go from the tarmac to the trails in no time. Try a midweek trip to avoid the crowds.
Visitors like you are part of our community here, which means we are pros at hosting you, so please come visit and have an unforgettable vacation. Remember to recreate responsibly and give back to our shared home.
This region benefits from high elevation, which means ideal temps this time of year, with low humidity and a range of about 70-80 degrees F during the day and cooler evenings in the 40s. Such unreal weather means Mammoth Lakes hosts a large collection of outdoor events. There are so many options ranging from multi-day big summer festivals like Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza, combining the talents of 60 craft breweries and jaw-dropping musical performances, to more regularly scheduled first-rate entertainment via free concerts at The Village. And for those currently glued to the incredible footage of the Paris 2024 Olympics, come see—or even better, participate in ultimate endurance events happening this fall like Mammoth Trailfest and the Obstacle Course Racing World Championships. The activity list here goes on and on!
Check out the upcoming events in August:
Aug. 1 – 4 Mammoth Festival of Beers & Bluesapalooza
Aug. 9 – 10 The Mammoth Margarita Festival
Aug. 23 – 24 Mammoth Rocks
Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 Mammoth Rock and Rye
THE LOCAL LOW-DOWN
Although there is no lake actually called “Mammoth Lake,” there are over 100 lakes throughout the area. The five main lakes that tend to grab visitors’ attention, for good reason, are Lake Mary, Lake Mamie, Twin Lakes, Lake George and Horseshoe Lake. These alone can keep you occupied for your entire stay, giving you ample opportunity for fishing, swimming, kayaking, SUPing (stand up paddle boarding) or of course, just posting up with a hammock to enjoy the picturesque scenery.
SUMMER AIR SERVICE
Summer air service between Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH), Carlsbad (CLD), and Los Angeles (HHR) operate on Fridays and Sundays from now until September 2 (Labor Day). All dates and schedules subject to change without notice. Use code MMHLOCAL to use the locals’ discount.
United Airlines flights between Bishop and San Francisco (SFO) run daily, now through September 2. Additional fall service will run Fridays and Sundays only from September 6-October 6, which will be open to booking soon.
PRE-ARRIVAL GUIDE
Make sure you know how to preserve Mammoth Lakes’ unreal alpine beauty for future adventurers. Check out our Pre-Arrival Guide for tips on how to be an eco-conscious traveler. Everyone has a role to play in maintaining this picturesque destination for future generations.
This month’s top tip: Mammoth Lakes is a dog’s paradise! There are practically limitless outdoor activities that don’t require leaving these beloved family members out of the vacation equation. So bring your pups and practice responsible pet ownership. Always have their leash and extra waste bags to keep our beautiful shared home spotless and safe for everyone.
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