Things to do near Sierra Meadows Ranch
Explore Mammoth Lakes
The best of Mammoth Lakes is waiting for you at Sierra Meadows Ranch. With breathtaking views of the mountains, a unique setting on an authentic working horse ranch and private cabins for your home base, it’s the perfect place to start your Mammoth-sized adventure.
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Guests of Sierra Meadows Ranch can upgrade a cabin rental with our VIP Ski Lift Package, receive VIP privileges at Mammoth.
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area & June Lake Ski Area are the perfect spots to hit the slope.
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Snowshoeing & Cross Country Skiing
Kick your winter up a notch and get in great shape with Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center. Check
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Dog Walking
Our Ranch is dog friendly. Or, you may take Fido to these dog parks: Mammoth Lakes Basin, Shady
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Sledding & Tubing
Catch a lift to the top and then bomb down the groomed lanes on a high-speed snow tube at
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Snowmobiling
Get off the beaten path and take in the scenic sights on a snowmobile adventure through the High
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Shopping
Visit The Village at Mammoth for dining, shopping and event.
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Ice Skating & Family Fun
The Mammoth Ice Rink delivers skating fun for all ages. Lace up!
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Bowling
Mammoth Rock ‘n Bowl is a modern bowling alley with flatscreens & a bar, plus an upscale
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Fishing
Our Crowley Cabin is a favorite for fishermen and women. Just drop a line in nearby Mammoth Creek
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Boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding
Just a few miles from the Mammoth Lakes Basin, you can get out on the water, enjoy sweeping views
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Spring/Summer/Fall
Hiking, walking, exploring
Perfectly situated in the Sherwin Recreational Area, guests have access to multiple trails right
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Spring/Summer/Fall
Biking
Whether you’re going full speed down the mountain, riding one of the many trails nearby, or
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Sites to See
Yosemite National Park
Mammoth is a gateway to Yosemite National Park, with the east entrance less than an hour away. Then
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Sites to See
Devils Postpile National Monument & Rainbow Falls
A geological wonder is an understatement when describing this national treasure. And it’s a must
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Sites to See
Minaret Vista
A must see on your return from Devils Postpile for a breathtaking view of Mammoth Lakes’
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Sites to See
Hot Creek Geologic Site
Estimated to have been formed around 600 years ago in the Inyo/Mono crater eruption, Hot Creek
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area & June Lake Ski Area are the perfect spots to hit the slope.
Winter
Snowshoeing & Cross Country Skiing
Kick your winter up a notch and get in great shape with Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center. Check out the new X country loop that’s out our back door while you’re at it.
Winter
Dog Walking
Our Ranch is dog friendly. Or, you may take Fido to these dog parks: Mammoth Lakes Basin, Shady Rest Park, or just up Sherwin Creek Road, about 1/10 mile from the ranch.
Winter
Sledding & Tubing
Catch a lift to the top and then bomb down the groomed lanes on a high-speed snow tube at Woolley’s Tube Park & Snow Play.
Winter
Snowmobiling
Get off the beaten path and take in the scenic sights on a snowmobile adventure through the High Sierra.
Winter
Shopping
Visit The Village at Mammoth for dining, shopping and event.
Winter
Ice Skating & Family Fun
The Mammoth Ice Rink delivers skating fun for all ages. Lace up!
Winter
Bowling
Mammoth Rock ‘n Bowl is a modern bowling alley with flatscreens & a bar, plus an upscale restaurant serving French cuisine. How do the French say, “Strike!”?
Spring/Summer/Fall
Fishing
Our Crowley Cabin is a favorite for fishermen and women. Just drop a line in nearby Mammoth Creek and wait for a bite.
Spring/Summer/Fall
Boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding
Just a few miles from the Mammoth Lakes Basin, you can get out on the water, enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and spot over 300 species of birds, and even black bears.
Spring/Summer/Fall
Hiking, walking, exploring
Perfectly situated in the Sherwin Recreational Area, guests have access to multiple trails right off the ranch.
Spring/Summer/Fall
Biking
Whether you’re going full speed down the mountain, riding one of the many trails nearby, or taking a more leisurely e-bike around Old Mammoth, there is a bike riding experience perfect for all.
Sites to See
Yosemite National Park
Mammoth is a gateway to Yosemite National Park, with the east entrance less than an hour away. Then allow another two hours to reach the breathtaking Valley floor. (Tip: If planning for a day trip, leave early!)
Sites to See
Devils Postpile National Monument & Rainbow Falls
A geological wonder is an understatement when describing this national treasure. And it’s a must see to believe and a top pick for our staff. Be sure to allow time to spend most of the day to get down into Reds Meadows.
Sites to See
Minaret Vista
A must see on your return from Devils Postpile for a breathtaking view of Mammoth Lakes’ signature skyline, the Minarets, which are part of the Ritter Range.
Sites to See
Hot Creek Geologic Site
Estimated to have been formed around 600 years ago in the Inyo/Mono crater eruption, Hot Creek Geologic Site is a wonderland with dozens of natural hot springs bubbling between the rocky walls of a river gorge. Absolutely amazing and really cool to see in person!
Looking for more things to do?
To plan your adventure and find a complete list of the activities available near Mammoth Mountain for all seasons, check out the Visit Mammoth website today.
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