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Mammoth Mountain ski resort
Ikon Pass2,425m — 3,369m

Mammoth Mountain

Sierra Nevada, United States

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Quick Facts

Country
United States
Region
Sierra Nevada
Base altitude
2,425m
Peak altitude
3,369m
Total pistes
150 km
Total lifts
25
Ski pass
ikon
Nearest airport
Mammoth Yosemite (MMH), 0h 10min transfer
Snow reliability
7/10
93 miles (150km)Piste
25Lifts
2,425m – 3,369mAltitude
Mammoth Yosemite (MMH) (10m)Transfer

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The closest major airport is Mammoth Yosemite (MMH), with a ~10m transfer to the resort.

Nearest airportMammoth Yosemite (MMH)
Airport to resort~10m
Flight from New York~3–5h
Estimated return fareFrom ~$300

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Estimated costs for 2 travelers, 7 nights, Mid-range · via Mammoth Yosemite (MMH)

Flights (return from US)
$350/pp$700
Accommodation
$1,680/pp$3,360
Lift passes
$468/pp$936
Ski hire
$252/pp$504
Travel insurance
$90/pp$180
Airport transfers (return)
$12/pp$24
Estimated Total$5,524
Per person$2,762
Per person per night$395

Estimates based on typical United States market rates (pricing multiplier: 1.2x). Prices vary by travel dates, availability, and booking lead time. Always check current prices before booking.

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About Mammoth Mountain

Mammoth Mountain is California's premier ski resort, a massive dormant volcano rising from the Eastern Sierra with 3,500 skiable acres and one of the longest seasons in North America — regularly skiing into June and occasionally July. Its proximity to Los Angeles, just five hours by car, makes it the natural destination for Southern California's skiing population, and its wide, varied terrain suits everyone from beginners on the gentle Discovery area to experts tackling the steep chutes off the summit. The town of Mammoth Lakes at the base provides a full resort community with strong dining and accommodation options, and the resort's consistent investment in snowmaking mitigates the year-to-year Sierra snow variability that affects all California ski areas.

2026/27 Season Outlook

Mammoth Mountain and the 2026/27 El Niño

The Sierra Nevada is among the clearest beneficiaries in NOAA's historical strong-El-Niño composites, and the median forecast path peaks in October to December 2026 at a RONI value of +2.67°C before decaying through the rest of the season (CPC RONI Outlook, September 2026). For Mammoth that argues the tilt is strongest as the season opens rather than building toward spring. What a peak date does not give you is a snowfall schedule: it describes the forcing, not the weeks that deliver. The caveat is in the record rather than the theory — 2015–16 reached comparable early strength, ran its storm tracks further north than the composite predicted, and Mammoth's high terrain held that season better than the valleys did.

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Resort Ratings

Terrain Variety
9/10

3,500 acres on dormant volcano, exceptional variety

Lift System
9/10

25 lifts, excellent design across massive mountain

Intermediate Terrain
9/10

Incredible variety, best California intermediate skiing

Accessibility
9/10

Own airport, ten minutes to slopes

Scenery & Charm
9/10

Volcanic landscape, dramatic Eastern Sierra setting

Snow Reliability
8/10

Longest US season, Sierra variability mitigated

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Mammoth Mountain: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mammoth Mountain good for beginners?
Mammoth Mountain scores 7/10 for beginner suitability, with dedicated nursery slopes and a range of gentle runs suited to those learning. Progressive terrain is available for building confidence through the week. Ski school lessons are available through the resort and well-suited to first-time skiers. Groups with mixed abilities generally find Mammoth Mountain accessible.
When does Mammoth Mountain open and close for the 2026/27 ski season?
We have not yet confirmed Mammoth Mountain's 2026/27 opening and closing dates against the resort. We publish season dates only once we have sourced them, so nothing is shown here rather than an estimate. Check https://www.mammothmountain.com for confirmed dates.
Which ski pass covers Mammoth Mountain?
Mammoth Mountain is covered by the ikon. This pass may also include access to other linked resorts depending on which tier you purchase. Pricing and blackout dates vary by season; check the pass provider's official site for 2026/27 rates and the full list of included resorts.
How do I get to Mammoth Mountain?
The nearest major airport to Mammoth Mountain is Mammoth Yosemite (MMH). The transfer to the resort takes approximately 10 minutes by road. Private transfers, shared shuttles, and rental cars are all available from the airport. Mountain roads can be affected by heavy snowfall in winter, so checking conditions before traveling is advisable.

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