Driving Directions from Los Angeles
Hwy 405 north, to Hwy 5 north, to Hwy 14 north to the town of Mojave. Take a right turn and continue on Hwy 14 north to Hwy 395 north (towards Reno/Bishop), to Hwy 203 (Mammoth Lakes Junction). Exit Hwy 203 and drive 6 miles into the town of Mammoth Lakes. Hwy 203 is Main Street.

FLYING
Commercial airline service is now available from LAX to Mammoth on Horizon Air. We have seats reserved on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. To book flights, please contact Jason Couvillion at jasonc@travelcts.com.

McCoy Sports (Village – the old Stormriders moved across the street to new digs)
Main Lodge.
Canyon Lodge.
Wave Rave.  Main Street.
Mammoth Sporting Goods.  Old Mammoth Road (across from Vons).
Kittredge Sports.  Main Street (north side) - open until 10:00pm.

SKI & RIDE HOOK-UP @ CANYON LODGE
Let us be your mountain guides! Meet up with the guys from Elevation and SAGA Gay Ski & Snowboard Club for a morning of skiing/boarding. Intermediate and Advanced skill levels, no charge. Look for our signs at Canyon Lodge. We will be there at 9:30am on Friday, March 19th, and Saturday, March 20th. For more information visit sagala.org.

LESSONS
Lessons are available at Mammoth Mountain for everyone from Beginners to Advanced and Racing classes and must generally be booked at least one day in advance.  Call 1.800.Mammoth and mention Elevation to be put into a class with other Elevation skiers and boarders. You can also check out your lesson options at:
http://www.mammothmountain.com/ski_ride/lessons/.


THE BEST OF MAMMOTH

HIGH END DINING

Whitebark Restaurant and Bar at The Westin Monache Resort. The wide-ranging menu varies seasonally, offering choices to entice every guest. An extensive wine list features West Coast vintages and several international alpine choices to complement every dish. 760.934.0400.

Lakefront Restaurant at Tamarack Lodge. Very good French in a small intimate setting. 760.934.3534

Skadi. Scandinavian/Californian with a twist. 587 Old Mammoth Rd.
760.934.3902

AFFORDABLE DINING

Lakanuki. Surprisingly good food, eclectic menu and amazing mango margaritas. Our pick for affordable dining. In the Village. 760.934.7447

Hyde Lounge. The latest and hippest addition to the apres ski scene. Featuring a sophicasted and diverse menu, it's a great place to end your ski day, grab a bite, and see or be seen. 760.934.0669

Smokeyard. Classic American BBQ and steakhouse fare catered to a hip and sophisticated clientele, while remaining casual, comfortable and affordable. 760.934.3300

Gomez's. The best Mexican in town. Join them at their new location right in The Village. 760.924.2693

The Auld Dubliner. A large menu with good Irish pub fare. In the Village. 760.924.7320

Old New York Deli & Bagel. In the Village. 760.934.3354

Sushi Rei. Very good food, with an upbeat, urban theme. DJs every weekend. In the Village. 760.924.8140

The Stove. Great breakfasts. 644 Old Mammoth Road. 760.934.2821

Base Camp Cafe. Burgers and sandwiches. Local hangout. 3325 Main Street. 760.934.3900

OTHER MERCHANTS

Alpine Approach. Great mountain gear, very knowledgeable staff. In the Village.

ZanTees. Custom apparel right in The Village.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. In the Village. Need we say more?

Panache. High-end active and leisurewear for label queens. In the Village.

McCoy Sports. In the Village.

Wave Rave. Snowboard shop. 3626 Main.

Footloose Sports. Main & Old Mammoth.

THE BEST OF THE MOUNTAIN
(Straight from a not-so-straight local.)

Best Tree Skiing - Chairs 9 & 14 (also the least busy lifts)

Best Bumps - Climax, Cornice, Scotties and The Paranoids – off the Gondola or Chair 23.

Beginner Slopes - Little Eagle, Stump Alley Express at Mill Creek or Discovery Chair at Main Lodge.

Best Tanning - McCoy Station Deck, Mill Creek Deck, or anywhere in the trees. (Bring sunscreen.)

Board Parks:
Main Park – Under Thunderbound Express at Main Lodge. This includes Unbound for advanced boarders, with North America’s biggest half-pipe (the Super-Duper Pipe), and Forest Trail, for intermediate boarders. Along with the Super-Duper Pipe (19 foot walls), a Super Pipe, there are jumps, rails, jibs, and The Colossus banked S-box.

South Park – Under Roller Coaster. Intermediate and beginner jumps, rails, and course.

Jibs Galore – A new rail park for all abilities on Carousel.

Canyon Park – On School Yard at Canyon Lodge. Beginner jumps and a mini halfpipe.