Mammoth Falls California Travel Guide

Mammoth Lakes California

The word “Mammoth” describes the size of the mountains, the number of lakes, the expanse of the valleys and the amount of beauty that lies within this wonderful city and surrounding communities of Mammoth, California.  As well as these things, it also describes the number of “mammoth sized” opportunities for exploration, recreation and reuniting with your family.   Within this beautiful mountainous setting, plan your visit to Mammoth and relax while you watch Mammoth, California do its wonders by meeting and exceeding your expectations for your visit.  What better place to kick back and listen to peaceful bluegrass music than a place where you are surrounded by mountains and mammoth sized fun.

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Rental Managers in Mammoth Lakes California

History

Mammoth, California has been occupied by Native American tribes called Paiute and Shoshone for as far back into history as geographers and scholars can tell.  These native American tribes have lived in modern day Mammoth for at least a thousand years, although besides this piece of information, it is hard to tell exactly when Mammoth, California was first called home.  Geographers believe that it is very likely that others had come before them.  As history continued to write its own story and modern day America began to develop, the famous gold rush in California began to attract more and more settlers who were pursuing the so called “American Dream.”

Tourism

In Mammoth, California, the environment is definitely pristine but it is also the complete and utter opposite of boring.  There are so many fun and exciting things to do here in Mammoth, California that it is nearly impossible to do it all in one weekend- or even in one week for that matter.  There are endless possibilities here in Mammoth that will send you on your way, entering a world of adventures, activities, explorations, and excursions.  If you are traveling here with the whole family, some ideas for family fun are endless.  There are boundless educational opportunities that include exploring the outdoors and the mountainous terrain.  Mammoth, California also hosts many arcades, swimming pools, and so much more.  For a more “grown-up” experience, the Mammoth Arts, Culture and Heritage is a well developed part of the community that will interest and entertain each one of its visitors.  Many artisans and performers grow more and more with every season.  The arts, culture and heritage includes photography, galleries, outdoor art fairs, theatre performances, heritage, festivals and more.  While you are planning your visit to Mammoth, California, make sure you take the opportunity to go sightseeing in one of the world’s most geographically studied locations in history.  You can explore breathtaking natural wonders that surround Mammoth, California.  There are many interesting locations that neighbor the city as well such as Mono Lake and in the non-winter months, explore Yosemite National Park, Bodie Historical Park and Devils Postpile.  These monumental and exciting destinations are each located only thirty to ninety minutes on highway 395 and make excellent schedule fillers to put on the calendar for your Mammoth vacation.  In Mammoth, there are all the accommodations that you could imagine to suit you and your family.  There are a variety of optional places to stay with anything from hotels, condos and lofts to beautiful rental properties in the area that will meet your family’s needs.

Local Events  

Mammoth, California has a variety of interesting and attractive local events whether you make your way here in spring, summer, fall or winter months.  In the summer, Mammoth has a wonderfully comfortable climate to accommodate its many outdoor events such as the "50" Days of Fishmas,  The Mono Basin Bird Chautauqua, and the Valentine Reserve Walks & Talks "Introduction to Wildlife".

 

 

 

Map of Mammoth Lakes California