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California, United States

Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early November

Season dates, 175 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

11,053ft

Peak Elevation

3,100ft

Vertical Drop

175

Trails

400"

Annual Snow

Overview

Mammoth Mountain is a ski resort in California, United States, with an elevation range from 7,953ft (2424m) to 11,053ft (3369m). The vertical drop is 3,100ft (945m) across 175 trails served by 28 lifts and 3,500 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Mammoth Yosemite (MMH), about 15 minutes away by car. Mammoth Mountain receives an average of 400 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early November to Late June

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Early NovemberCloses: Late June
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

160cm(63in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Mammoth Mountain's snowiest peak-season month.

400"

Annual Snowfall

(1016cm)

-1°C

February Avg High

-10°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 10% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

400"

annual avg

150
Jan
160
Feb
140
Mar
80
Apr
30
May
5
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
5
Oct
50
Nov
120
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

175

Total Trails

28

Lifts

3,500

Skiable Acres

3,100ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%
Beginner: 44 trails
40%
Intermediate: 70 trails
20%
Advanced: 35 trails
15%
Expert: 26 trails
25%Beginner (44)
40%Intermediate (70)
20%Advanced (35)
15%Expert (26)

Mammoth Mountain has 175 trails: 25% green, 40% blue, 20% black, and 15% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Mammoth Mountain.

Lift System & Elevation

28

Total Lifts

3,100ft

Vertical Drop

945m

(3,100ft)

Elevation Profile

11,053ft

Peak

7,953ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$198

avg/day

$219
Jan
$229
Feb
$219
Mar
$199
Apr
$169
May
$149
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$179
Nov
$219
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: June ($149)

Best Month to Visit Mammoth Mountain

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallPeak conditions
76
score
150cm
Moderate
$219/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Mammoth Mountain, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 150cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

March

140cm snow, high crowds, $219/day.

Best Value

June

$149/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

150cm

snowfall

-2°/-11°

high/low °C

crowds

$219

day pass

February

Peak Season

160cm

snowfall

-1°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$229

day pass

March

Peak Season

140cm

snowfall

3°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$219

day pass

April

Open

80cm

snowfall

6°/-3°

high/low °C

crowds

$199

day pass

May

Late Season

30cm

snowfall

10°/1°

high/low °C

crowds

$169

day pass

June

Late Season

5cm

snowfall

16°/5°

high/low °C

crowds

$149

day pass

November

Early Season

50cm

snowfall

3°/-5°

high/low °C

crowds

$179

day pass

December

Open

120cm

snowfall

0°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$219

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Mammoth Mountain.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$199

per day

Season Pass

$699

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Mammoth Mountain is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Mammoth Mountain

Nearest Airport

Mammoth Yosemite (MMH)

Approx. 15 min drive

Location

California, United States 🇺🇸

37.6308°N, 119.0326°W

Mammoth Mountain is within an hour's drive of Mammoth Yosemite.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Mammoth Mountain open for the season?
Mammoth Mountain typically opens in Early November and closes in Late June. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Mammoth Mountain?
A day lift pass at Mammoth Mountain starts at $199 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Mammoth Mountain good for beginners?
Yes, 25% of Mammoth Mountain's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Mammoth Mountain get per year?
Mammoth Mountain receives an average of 400 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 10% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Mammoth Mountain?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Mammoth Mountain in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 150cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
7,953 - 11,053ft
Vertical Drop
3,100ft (945m)
Trails
175
Lifts
28
Skiable Acres
3,500
Annual Snowfall
400" (1016cm)
Season
Early November - Late June
Day Pass
$199
Nearest Airport
MMH (15min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprMayJunNovDec

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