mammoth mountain panorama gondola ride ascending with wide valley views in summer

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

From high-altitude thrills to laid-back lake days, summer in Mammoth hits different. Whether you're chasing gravity, golfing with a view, or just looking for fresh mountain air, our activity hubs make it easy to dive in. Not sure where to start? We’ve broken it down so you can plan your day (or your whole week) your way.


Mom and son taking a break from mountain biking at Mammoth.

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Two passengers riding the Mountain Coaster at Woolly's Adventure Summit

Woolly’s Adventure Summit

A High-Altitude Playground for All Ages

Located off Minaret Road, just before Main Lodge, Woolly’s Adventure Summit is a one-stop playground for mountain fun. Ride the mountain coaster, zoom through the tube park, test your balance on the ropes course, and more. With an on-site café serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and adult beverages, it’s also a great spot to relax between laps or after a full day of play.

Explore Woolly's Adventure Summit
rainbow falls cascading into the san joaquin river, accessible via the rainbow falls shuttle from mammoth mountain

Adventure Center at Main Lodge

Where Mountain Adventures Take Off

While Woolly’s is your summer basecamp, the Adventure Center is your lift-off point to high-alpine fun. This is the main hub of the Mammoth Bike Park—grab your rental gear and roll straight onto the trails. It’s also where you’ll find our STACYC Full Throttle Pump Track and brand-new 9-hole Mini Golf course. Scenic Gondola Rides, Via Ferrata tours, and access to miles of on-mountain hiking all begin here.

check out the Bike Park
Discover the Adventure Center
aerial view of mammoth lakes basin surrounded by summer greenery near mammoth mountain

SCENIC SWINGS & LAKESIDE THINGS

Drone shot of Sierra Star Golf Course from the air

Sierra Star Golf Course

California’s Highest Fairway

Elevate your game at Sierra Star, where mountain views and cool summer temps make every round a breath of fresh air. This 18-hole championship course weaves through pine forests and wildflower meadows, offering a scenic challenge for all skill levels. Juniors play free with a paying adult after 1:00 PM, making it perfect for family time, too.


Tee Off at Sierra Star
Man navigating a stand up paddle board rental on Lake Mary in Mammoth Lakes.

Tamarack Bike & Paddle Center

Chill Vibes and Lakeside Views

Set on the shore of Twin Lakes, Tamarack Bike & Paddle is your starting point for mellow summer adventures. Rent a paddleboard or kayak and explore the water, or grab a hardtail or townie eBike and cruise the scenic Lakes Basin Path—a paved trail that winds past alpine lakes and mountain views. With easy terrain and unbeatable scenery, it’s a laid-back way to take in Mammoth’s natural beauty.


Plan Your Tamarack Adventure
Find a full list of summer activities in Mammoth here.