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Cross-Country and Snowshoeing in the
Mammoth Lakes, California Region
Twenty-five
miles of groomed trails, actually summer roads, wind around four of
the dozen or more high Alpine lakes for which the town of Mammoth Lakes
is named. Tamarack Lodge, 760-934-2442; 800-237-6879, www.tamarack.com)
a 75-year-old summer hunting and fishing lodge now owned by Mammoth
Mountain, maintains these trails and charges $18 for access ($13 for
ages 10–17 and seniors; free if younger than 9). The Lakes Basin
includes many trail heads into the backcountry, where no fee is charged.
Rentals and lessons are available. On weekends it's advisable to reserve.
CCSAA member
Rock Creek Lodge (877-935-4170,
www.rockcreeklodge.com) in Mammoth Lakes
has 15 km of groomed trails for classic and skate skiing. Rentals and
lessons are available including telemark skiing. Rustic and modern cabins
located in the John Muir Wilderness. Guided or self-guided adventures.
CCSAA member
Photo courtesy of Tamarack Lodge
