Scenic Gondola Rides & Top of the Sierra Interpretive Center

Epic View of the Eastern Sierra!

For those who want to enjoy the view from the summit of Mammoth Mountain, scenic rides on the Panorama Gondola are just the ticket. Passengers board at Panorama Station, next to Main Lodge, and are whisked to Mammoth's 11,053 foot summit. Once at the summit, guests can disembark and peer down Mammoth's legendary steeps or wander through the new Top of the Sierra Interpretive Center. The Top of the Sierra Interpretive Center educates visitors about the surrounding area and the dynamic nature of the Eastern Sierra. The center features five interactive displays with facts about local geology, hydrology and the volcanic history of the area. Visitors can grab a bite to eat at 11,000 feet at the new Top of the Sierra Café that serves hot soups, Panini's, grab-and-go sandwiches and salads.  Scenic Gondola Ride and the Top of the Sierra Interpretive Center are free with the purchase of a lift ticket.