Beautiful weather. Fall colors reaching their peak intensity. The least crowded part of the year. October in Mammoth Lakes means all three of those things, so you would think that it would mean people flood Mammoth.
The truth is that even though October is one of the best times to be in Mammoth Lakes, most people stay away until winter snow starts falling. If you want to take advantage of the fall weather and colors then our list of the best Mammoth Lakes October events is a must for you. Check it out below, then stop by the ASO Mammoth shop once you’re in town for the best ski and snowboard rentals in Mammoth Lakes!
Oktoberfest 10/13/22 5:30 pm
It’s looking a lot like fall out there, so you might as well celebrate with delicious food and drinks that capture the flavors of the season at the Rotary Club of Mammoth Lakes’ Oktoberfest celebration.
Between drinks that match the season and a Bavarian buffet that makes you feel like you’re truly in the mountains this Oktoberfest is the perfect way to dive into fall. It doesn’t hurt that it’s also being held at Mammoth Brewing Co. where you’ll find other delicious food and beers!
Leaves in the Loop 10/14/22 – 10/16/22
Head north of Mammoth Lakes to June Lake for some of the best fall colors in the entire Eastern Sierra.
The Leaves in the Loop event includes a weekend of beautiful scenery including fall colors hikes led by local guides, a paint and sip event, and walk through historic downtown June Lake with the June Lake Historical Society.
Take Advantage of Empty Trails
While the trails are never truly empty in Mammoth Lakes, October is the time when they’ll be the closest thing to it.
Take advantage of the trails less travelled by hiking through the Eastern Sierra mountains when they’re at their most beautiful in October!