Explore Mammoth Lakes

Dog-friendly guide for the perfect long weekend in Mammoth Lakes, CA!

Photo taken by my friend, Cassie Kelly, at Lake George.

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ACTIVITIES

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Convict Lake Loop

2.5 mile loop
Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot

Devils Postpile National Monument

1.3 mile loop
Dog Friendly
National Park Fee
Trail can be extended to Rainbow Falls (see below).

2.5 mile out & back
Dog Friendly
National Park Fee

Lake George

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot 
Crystal Lake Trail (same lot - not pictured) - 3.1 Miles 

Crowley Lake Columns

2 miles out & back (without off roading vehicle)
*Check water levels before hiking! (Late Fall-early Spring is the only time columns are accessible)
Dog Friendly - Be cautious of algae in water! 
Free Parking - You don't need an off-roading vehicle to get here, but it will save you miles of hiking the dirt road.

"Researchers have determined that columns along Crowley Lake were created by cold water percolating down into - and steam rising up out of - hot volcanic ash spewed by a cataclysmic explosion 760,000 years ago." - LA Times

Little Lakes Valley Trail to Long Lake

4.1 miles out & back to Long Lake (can extend further)
Dog Friendly
Free Parking 
Moderate Difficulty - lots of scrambling up steep rock steps
Lakes you will see: Mack Lake, Marsh Lake, Heart Lake, Box Lake, Long Lake - Trail extends to Chickenfoot Lake, Gem Lakes & Upper & Lower Morgan Lakes)

Wild Willy's Hot Springs - (Crowley's)

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot - Bumpy off road but got here in my Mini Cooper!
2 Pools - Plenty of room for crowds...which will most likely be the case at this popular destination! Beautiful panoramic views along the wooden boardwalk from the parking lot.

Buckeye Hot Springs

Dog Friendly
Free Parking up long rocky dirt road
Short but steep hike down to many pools scattered along Buckeye River! Main pool has waterfall.

Travertine Hot Springs

Dog Friendly
Free Parking up rocky dirt road
Multiple hot springs spread out through open land - BEWARE: nudity allowed and VERY present!

Hilltop Hot Spring - (Pulkey's Pool)

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot
1 Small Rock Pool - Fits maybe 5-6 people comfortably. Short walk from car. You will be able to scope out the crowd from the lot at this hot spring!

Hot Creek Geological Site

Dog Friendly
Multiple Free Parking Lots/Lookout Spots
Boiling, Teal Water, Winding Canyons, Fishing, Trails.

Lake Mary

2.2 mile loop
Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot

Horseshoe Lake

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot
Dog Beach!

Lake Mamie

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Spots
Across from Twin Lakes Overlook

Twin Lakes Overlook

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Spots
Waterfall View Point

June Lake

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Lot
Scenic Loop Drive 

Gull Lake - along June Lake Loop

Dog Friendly
Free Parking
2 Mile Loop around lake with a rope swing on the west side of lake!

Silver Lake - along June Lake Loop

Dog Friendly
Free Parking
Pebbly beach with small river flowing in. 

Owen's River

Dog Friendly
Free Parking Along River
Beware Of Cows!!

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FOOD

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Erick Schat's Bakery

Dog Friendly Patio!
Private Parking Lot
My favorite bakery in the whole world. Best tuna sandwich in California. Best apple fritter in existence. I never go to Mammoth or Tahoe without stopping here both ways. 

The Warming Hut

Dog Friendly Patio!
Private Parking Lot
Exceptional Service, Delicious Food, Adorable Patio

Stellar Brew and Natural Cafe

Dog Friendly
Private Parking Lot
Incredible Bacon Breakfast Burrito & the best Vanilla Chai Latte of my life!! Cute outdoor tables & lots of fun goodies inside, including CBD products, postcards, souvenirs, clothing, jewelry & more!

Mammoth Brewing Company

Dog Friendly!
Private Parking Lot
The Irish Caeser Salad with BBQ Chicken was FANTASTIC! Cornhole & good vibes!

Campo

Dog Friendly Patio!
Located in The Village - Street Parking or Private Lot Parking
Seafood Pasta, Grand Tasting

Whoa Nellie Deli @ The Mobil Tioga Gas Mart

You wouldn't believe the quality of this food located in the Tioga Gas Mart!
Crab & Lobster Taquito Special 

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LODGING

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Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa

Dog Friendly!
Private Parking Lot
We had the absolute best stay with Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa! We stayed in a deluxe two queen room but this resort also offers luxurious suites and expansive chalets. With a pool, hot tub, mini golf course, fitness room, lounge area with fireplace and pool table, computer station, three restaurants and a bar, you will have everything you need here! Robert, the bartender in the hotel lobby, was a highlight of our trip.