Greetings Anglers!
Fall has mostly wrapped up in Mammoth Lakes, but what an exceptionally spectacular season it’s been. There’s still time to reel in a few more catches before November 15th when the more extensive fishing season transitions to year-round waters only. Winter is on the horizon and excitement is building for Mammoth Mountain’s Opening Day celebration on November 14th!
Weather Outlook:
Over the next several days Mammoth Lakes is forecast to have mostly-sunny skies and mild daytime highs in the mid to low-60s °F. Nighttime lows are predicted in the mid to high 30s °F— so dress warmly for evenings.
Toward the middle of next week patterns could shift, with cloud cover building and producing potential rain or mountain snow as day temps lower to the high 40s °F to mid 50s °F.
Fishing Conditions:
- Hot Creek—Good
- Upper Owens—Good
- Lower Owens—Improving
- East Walker—Very low water, fish elsewhere
- Crowley Lake—Lake is clear and cold – Fish Camp is closed for the season but float tubing and shore fishing is still allowed until Nov. 15
Get the full conditions update along with who’s biting, who isn’t, and where the best spots are via The Troutfitter’s report.
Make the most of your getaway with seasonal deals and discounts designed to help you experience more for less. As you gear up for your adventure, remember to Recreate Responsibly—check out our sustainable fishing tips. Let’s all do our part to keep Mammoth Lakes unreal for future generations to come.
Share your favorite Mammoth Lakes fishing pictures with us on social media at @visitmammoth // #VisitMammoth.
Cheers!
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Nov. 14: Mammoth Mountain Opening Day
- Nov. 15: End of the Regular Fishing Season
- Now through Nov. 15: Ambush at the Lake Fall Fishing Derby
- Nov 27: Annual Footloose Turkey Trot
- Nov. 28: Holiday Tree Lighting at The Village
- Dec. 12: Limelight Mammoth Opening Celebration
- Dec. 13: Night of Lights at Canyon Lodge
- Dec. 19-22: Santaville at The Village
- Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Family Fun and Fireworks at The Village
For an overview of all the Mammoth Lakes events, fishing related and beyond visit our events page.
Before making your way to Mammoth Lakes for your ultimate fishing trip, be sure to visit our Fishing Page. You’ll find curated resources on fishing regulations, licensing and permits, stocking schedules, advisories and more—all in one place.
Remember to always Clean, Drain, Dry to stop the spread of the golden mussel and other aquatic invasive species (AIS), like the Eurasian Milfoil recently confirmed in Twin Lakes in the Mammoth Lakes Basin.
If you are planning on fishing the Lower Owens River and/or Upper Owens River this winter, please help the California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW) by regularly participating in these ecreel events. All you need is your phone, and the app on your phone which can be downloaded. By participating in these fish surveys, you are helping CDFW, Angler’s Atlas, and the Crowley Fish Foundation (CFF) collect invaluable scientific data about two very popular wintertime fisheries in the Eastern Sierra. Learn more: Upper Owens and Lower Owens.
APRÈS ADVENTURE EATS
In Mammoth Lakes, the adventure doesn’t stop when the trail ends. Every hike, ride, paddle, or ski day comes with a well-deserved reward — a meal that’s every bit as memorable as the journey.
With Après Adventure Eats, you can discover the perfect trail-to-table pairings that make Mammoth Lakes so special. Think warm cinnamon rolls after a sunrise hike, a refreshing craft cocktail after a mountain ride, or a hearty dinner to top off a day on the slopes.
Here, dining isn’t just fuel — it’s part of the adventure. Come hungry, leave inspired, and see how every bite in Mammoth Lakes is earned.
Responsible recreation in Mammoth Lakes means respecting our unreal natural surroundings and adhering to Leave No Trace principles. When exploring outdoors stay on designated trails, properly dispose of waste, and minimize your environmental impact. Everyone has a role to play in maintaining the beauty of this picturesque destination for future generations.
Learn more about reducing your impact and ways to #KeepMammothUnreal in our Pre-Arrival Guide linked below.
Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) has partnered with Clean Up The Lake (CUTL). Every dollar raised over the 4-year partnership (up to $100,000) will be matched by MLT to support ongoing stewardship. CUTL has already removed thousands of pounds of trash and fishing lines from the Mammoth Lakes region. Help us keep this program strong and consider donating.
Tangle Free Waters is a program designed to reduce and remove monofilament fishing line from Eastern Sierra waterways and keep it out of landfills by means of recycling. Fishing line gets caught around bushes, logs, and other shoreline and submerged obstacles—do your best to untangle and retrieve all the fishing line and dispose of it at a Tangle Free Waters station. Find a station map here.
The unbelievable beauty of Mammoth Lakes is just a flight away. Trust us, you’ll want dibs on the window seat. Sierra views from cruising altitude are unreal.
United Airlines
San Francisco (SFO) to Bishop (BIH)
Winter Service
- Daily flight service December 11, 2025 – April 4, 2026
- TWO EXTRA FLIGHTS on Saturdays are offered:
- December 20 – January 3
- February 14 – April 4
Denver (DEN) to Bishop (BIH)
Winter Service
- Daily flight service December 18, 2025 – April 27, 2026
- TWO EXTRA FLIGHTS on both Fridays and Saturdays are offered December 19 – April 4:
- Flights arrive Friday PMs & depart Saturday AMs
- Flights arrive Saturday PMs & depart Sunday AMs
Advanced Air
Hawthorne-LA (HHR) or Carlsbad (CLD) to Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH)
Winter Service
- Flight service offered on Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays, and Mondays
- Service Dates: November 26, 2025 – April 27, 2026
- Holiday Exceptions:
- Thanksgiving: No service on Thanksgiving Day – service will operate on Wednesday 11/26 instead
- Christmas: No service on Christmas Day – service will operate on Wednesday 12/24 instead
- Holiday Exceptions:
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