Most people know about backcountry skiing and snowboard and resort skiing and snowboarding, but do you know that there is also resort mountain biking? If you live in Mammoth Lakes, the answer is probably yes because once the snow melts Mammoth Mountain turns into one of the best mountain biking parks in the country. Thanks […] Click to Read This Article
Nothing goes together like summer and road trips, but when you add in stunning scenery like what you’ll find throughout the area surrounding Mammoth Lakes you’ve got an unbeatable combination. As Mammoth Lakes locals, the ASO Mammoth team knows all about being driven crazy by snow that just won’t go away. There’s no better way […] Click to Read This Article
If you’re going to go, why not go as far as you can? Ultralight hiking is trekking with the goal of carrying as little gear as possible so you can hike further, faster. When you’re hiking through an area as beautiful as the Eastern Sierras you’ll want to cover as much ground as you can, […] Click to Read This Article
Getting lost typically results in frustration, but getting lost in the Eastern Sierras (with the proper gear) results in lifechanging encounters with nature. There is nothing better than trading the sounds and sights of civilization for the solitude only found deep in the wilderness, and there is more than enough wilderness surrounding Mammoth Lakes for […] Click to Read This Article
Whether you’ve lived in the mountains for your entire life or have only recently fallen in love, there’s no better way to intimately know them than by backpacking the John Muir Trail. Trekking through the wilderness for three weeks is intimidating to just think about, but as outdoors enthusiasts the team at ASO Mammoth knows […] Click to Read This Article
With miles of trails and shorelines to run through, 100 lakes in the area to splash in, and forests full of the perfect sticks for fetch, Mammoth Lakes is heaven on Earth for dogs. At ASO Mammoth we know how that a happy dog makes for a very happy owner, and it’s hard to imagine […] Click to Read This Article
With as many mountains, lakes, and views as there are surrounding Mammoth Lakes, you can’t rely on only your own two feet if you’re going to see it all. Once the snow melts and the trails open, the best way to see and experience all the beauty of the Eastern Sierras is with a reliable […] Click to Read This Article
People travel from all over the world to the Eastern Sierras for good reason. From mountain peaks to meadows full of trout stocked streams, there’s something for everyone in the wilderness surrounding Mammoth Lakes. However, if you’re unfamiliar with the different types of public lands and the permits necessary to access them you could stumble […] Click to Read This Article
Skiing and snowboarding are thrilling and challenging, but for every jump, turn, and feature you’ll find on the slopes there are just as many spectacular sights and incredible natural wonders on a good hike. Of course, when you’re hiking at Mammoth’s elevation hiking is plenty challenging too. Spring hiking is the best way to leave […] Click to Read This Article
Mammoth Mountain has plenty of trails and features for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, but don’t be fooled into thinking you won’t be able to find thrills too. From the massive halfpipes in the terrain park to the chutes and bowls that line the summit, there are plenty of options for thrill seekers to […] Click to Read This Article