Memorial Day Weekend in Mammoth Lakes

May 16, 2024

Enjoy the temperate weather, tranquility, and multi-sport opportunities in Mammoth Lakes over Memorial Day Weekend.

Have you seen the magic of spring in the Eastern Sierra? We are surrounded by nature’s beauty with awe-inspiring views of snow capped mountains, greening of Aspen trunks as they sprout new leaves, and rushing creeks fed by snowmelt. Whether you enjoy world-class fishing, hiking through aromatic sage brush to discover wildflowers, or shredding the slopes under sunny skies, you don’t want to miss Memorial Day Weekend in Mammoth Lakes.

Where to stay

Camping

With temperate weather and clear skies for stargazing, Memorial Day Weekend is a great time to camp out. Check out the Mammoth Lakes Campground Report for updates on campground openings. Be considerate of flora and fauna when you camp; for more details on being a happy camper, check out Camp Like a Pro.

Lodging

If you'd rather indulge in creature comforts after a day of exploration, check out the variety of lodging options available in town.

Things to Do

Local Events

Check out the annual Mammoth Lakes Film Festival over the holiday weekend. This five-day festival will have screenings in multiple locations and after parties celebrating filmmaking at Distant Brewing, Bar Sierra, and Lakanuki.

Riding and Biking Mammoth Mountain

And of course, you'll want to grab bragging rights for skiing and snowboarding at Mammoth Mountain for closing weekend. Conditions permitting, there may be opportunities to mountain bike as well. A two-for-one on the hill!

Biking

Other activities include biking the town loop, or if you'd like to explore a little further, pedal your road bike through the Owens Valley. You can also opt to enjoy the fresh air and sweeping views from an e-bike! Check out Mammoth Lakes Trails System all the areas you can bike within our region.

Fishing

Many lakes in the region are ice-free and ready to be fished. Lakes include Crowley, Convict, Twin Lakes, June, Gull, Grant, Silver, Twin Lakes in Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Reservoir. Please check with marinas for information on operations at specific lakes.

Golfing

Snowcreek Driving Range, Snowcreek Golf Course and Sierra Star Golf Course will be open this weekend so you can start warming up your swing.

Hiking

Hiking trials that are snow-free within the region include Hot Creek Interpretive Area, Convict Lake, Inyo Craters, Mono Lake, Parker Lake, as well as Lower Rock Creek.

Dining

Of course there are always great dining options available to fuel your adventures and plenty of open patios to take in the unreal views. Join us for a beautiful spring vacation.

Getting Around

Getting Around Mammoth Lakes is easy and FREE with our transit system. Whether you're looking to visit the Mammoth Lakes Basin, Mammoth Adventure Center, or to get a ride around town, check out our summer transit routes.

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Lauren MacLeod
Lauren MacLeod, RD (she/her) is the Communications Coordinator for Mammoth Lakes Tourism. She's also a sports dietitian specializing in food, nutrition, and travel writing for outdoor and wellness brands.
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