Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, located in California’s Eastern Sierra, is one of the largest and most snow-sure resorts in the United States. With a summit elevation of 11,053 ft and a base at 7,953 ft, it offers a vertical drop of 3,100 ft and receives an average annual snowfall of 337 inches. The resort spans 3,500 acres of skiable terrain, with 178 named trails and 24 lifts, including gondolas, high-speed sixes, and quads.
Mammoth Mountain Main Lodge Area
Trail Information
The trail breakdown caters to all levels:
- 25% very difficult
- 19% difficult
- 28% slightly difficult
- 13% easiest
- 15% extremely difficult
Families will appreciate the six tubing lanes, beginner zones near Eagle and Canyon Lodges, and the Discovery Chair area designed for young learners.
Why choose Mammoth?
Visitors choose Mammoth for its expansive terrain, long season, and vibrant alpine setting. The resort’s layout allows for smooth dispersal of skiers, reducing congestion even on busy weekends.
Read also: About Mammoth Mountain
Current Conditions
The Mammoth Mountain snow report is updated regularly. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Mammoth Mountain are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Report Last Updated:
December 27
Recent Snowfall:
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0" | 0" | 13" | 38" | 16" | 6" |
Depth vs Average: 86% vs average of 56" on Dec 27
Acres Open: 1360 Acres Open
Intermediate Runs Open: 54/81
Read also: Opening Day at Mammoth: A Look Back
Weather Forecast
Here's a look at the upcoming weather forecast for Mammoth Mountain:
- Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 26. Northeast wind around 10 mph.
- Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 12. Blustery, with a northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
- Monday: Sunny, with a high near 29. Blustery, with a northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
- Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 21. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
- Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 36. Northeast wind around 10 mph.
- Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 24. North wind around 10 mph becoming southwest in the evening.
- Wednesday: A 10 percent chance of snow after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 37.
- Wednesday Night: A chance of snow, mainly after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27.
- New Year's Day: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33.
- Thursday Night: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. Breezy.
- Friday: Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 30. Breezy.
- Friday Night: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Windy.
- Saturday: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 29. Windy.
What’s Up Eastern Sierra?
Happy New Snow Year - The town and ski area are still recovering from the Christmas Storm that dropped 4-7 feet from the town to the Top of Mammoth Mountain. I would expect all roads in town to be back to normal over the next 24 hours. All shuttle routes are up and running today.
Tamarack Cross Country Center is open; however, crews are still working to clean up from the big storm that took out some trees on top of some trails. All trails should be 100% open in the next couple of days.
The Ice Skating Rink in Town is also open.
Woolly’s Adventure Summit is open.
Read also: Guide to Mammoth Mountain
Sledding in the Forest is on if you can get through the deep snow.
Online Mammoth Mountain Community
Want a safe spot to talk snow, share tips, or ask questions?
- When does Mammoth Mountain usually open and close for the season?
The Friday of Veterans Day is always the preset opening day. Mammoth will open earlier if they get 2-3 feet of early-season base snow. Most years, you can ski or ride till Memorial Day, with most seasons going into June and even July. Mammoth has made it into August 3 times. - How often do you update snow and weather reports?
We post fresh snow, weather, and mountain condition updates several times a week - daily during storm cycles and peak winter months (November to March). - What makes MammothSnowman.com different from the official resort site?
We’re locals sharing real conditions, photos, and reports without the marketing gloss. No fluff - just what’s actually happening on the hill. With that said, we work directly, with permission from Mammoth Mountain Ski Area and Alltera. - Where can I find your detailed Weather Forecast & Discussions?
Our Mammoth Mountain Weather page provides all the details you need on the weather. No automated AI forecasts, just 40 years of local weather knowledge. - Do you cover summer activities like biking and hiking, too?
Yes. When the snow melts, we switch gears with mountain bike trail reports, hiking guides, and summer weather coverage. - Who’s behind MammothSnowman.com?
I’m Steve Taylor, a longtime Mammoth local known as “The Snowman,” and I’ve been running this site since the Fall of 2004. - How can I support the site and community?
Join as a supporter, grab a shirt, or share our reports. Every bit keeps the cameras rolling and the updates flowing.
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