Mammoth's ski school has made most ski magazines' top 10 list for several years. Some people never ski or board at all while they're here. A 14-dog team was yipping and ready to pull them through the woods for 25 minutes for about the price of a lift ticket. But it's something you won't get in L.A. for any price. Snowmobiling has a big following at Mammoth, not surprisingly, since what isn't mountain in this area is quite flat and snowy.
Several companies rent the machines.
Snowshoeing has also taken off in a big way, with rentals available at a dozen shops around town and at the resort. Ice skating and snow play areas also are nearby. Summer brings a whole new cornucopia of activities. Frankly, one could be quite happy in a cozy little room by the fireplace, emerging only to take a scenic gondola ride and watch the setting sun drape a delicate rose taffeta over the White Mountains to the southeast. Let us hear from you.