When the weather is nicer and ski season is officially over, one of the activities you’re welcome to enjoy at Mammoth Lakes is camping. In fact, there are more than 800 campsites in the Mammoth Lakes area, and many of them are near pristine lakes or sprawling forests with adjacent streams. The helpful folks from […] Click to Read This Article
As if you didn’t have enough reasons to spend time outside, the rising popularity of dark sky areas and reserves is just one more outdoor activity that you have to take advantage of. Although dark sky reserves are a relatively new addition to America’s excellent public lands, there are several areas in California that make […] Click to Read This Article
As the staff of a ski and snowboard shop in Mammoth Lakes, we’re practically required to love cold weather and the snow that comes with it here at ASO Mammoth. However, since we offer outdoors gear for use all year long, we know that there are some people who can’t wait for the cold weather […] Click to Read This Article
Despite Mammoth’s early snow this year there is always a chance for wildfires during summer and fall due to dry conditions. Even after wet winters and precipitation in the summer, wildfires are always a serious threat to the Eastern Sierra wilderness and all who live there. If you’re visiting Mammoth Lakes when there are dry […] Click to Read This Article
If you’re an avid hiker who wants to extend their range or someone who just wants to spend more time outside, then backpacking is the perfect new outdoor sport for you. If you don’t camp often or have never had to carry you camp on your back though, then getting into backpacking can be difficult […] Click to Read This Article
Whether you’re looking for some quite solitude or one last camping trip before your kids head back to school, Mammoth Lakes has the campground you need over Labor Day weekend. Even though people flock to the area for the holiday weekend, there are enough campgrounds for everyone, and if there isn’t, or you just want […] Click to Read This Article
One of the joys of camping is getting away from the well-worn comforts of home and living in a new and unique environment even if only for one night. One thing that green and seasoned campers alike can agree on though is that a homecooked meal is always welcome while camping, and if you’re the […] Click to Read This Article
Once you see the Eastern Sierra wilderness, it’s easy to think that it goes on forever. However, the wilderness that brings campers, hikers, and outdoors enthusiasts to Mammoth Lakes is very much a limited resource that needs to be protected by all who visit. Although it’s always good to volunteer to aid conservation efforts, you […] Click to Read This Article
Mammoth Lakes may be known for its winter snow, but there is enough camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities in the area to keep outdoors enthusiasts active all year long. Even if you’re camping in the summer though, the high elevation could mean you end up shivering at night instead of resting under the stars. […] Click to Read This Article
It doesn’t matter if you’re a weekend camper or a thru-hiker, there’s no better way to enjoy the serene nature surrounding Mammoth Lakes than spending a day or more hiking and camping in it. The only drawback is that camping and hiking requires a large amount of energy, and if you’re not eating nutritious, energy […] Click to Read This Article