Nature and History
The Mammoth Lakes area occupies the
heart of the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains where the crest
averages over 12,000 feet above sea level. This rugged country is a
land of dramatic contrasts and exceptional beauty from stark,
parched deserts to breathtaking and lush mountain scenery. Mammoth
Mountain Ski Area invites you to explore the surrounding region and
enjoy this unique land.
Eastern Sierra Geology (313KB)
Climate of the Eastern Sierra (99KB)
Plants of the Eastern Sierra (340KB)
Wildflowers of the Eastern Sierra (284KB)
Mammals of the Eastern Sierra (338KB)
Birds of the Eastern Sierra (220KB)
Landforms of the Eastern Sierra (144KB)
Eastern Sierra History (312KB)
Regional Points of Interest (194KB)
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Free Guided Naturalist Tours are offered during
summer and winter months.
Tour dates and locations.
Read a first-hand account of a winter Guided
Naturalist Tour (159KB)
Questions and Comments
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Email Us
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