Mammoth Lakes Trail System

The Mammoth Lakes Trail System offers boundless recreation opportunities on more than 300 miles of trails. From granite crags to trout-stocked lakes, pine forests to alpine meadows, there’s something for all seasons, interests and abilities, motorized and non-motorized alike. Managed jointly by the Town of Mammoth Lakes and the Inyo National Forest, the system includes connections to three wilderness areas, Devils Postpile National Monument, the Pacific Crest Trail and more. Many of these attractions are accessible right from the center of town! Explore MammothTrails.org and discover the adventures of a lifetime.

Trail System Update

Red’s Meadow Road Construction Update, including information on road access, holidays, campgrounds, wilderness permits, and the Reds Meadow Resort can be found HERE. Please review this important information if you plan to access the area. Tree work will also be occurring in the valley, for more information click HERE.

Featured Activities

Cross Country Skiing

Whether you're into skate skiing or traditional striding, the Mammoth Lakes Trail System offers dozens of miles of world-class groomed and ungroomed trails.

Ski & Snowboarding

From the developed terrain on Mammoth Mountain to the vast extent of adjacent frontcountry and backcountry stashes, the Mammoth Lakes Trail System delivers access to some of the best skiing and snowboarding anywhere.

Featured Trails

Shady Rest Winter Trails 2.9 mi

The Shady Rest Winter Trails are a popular area for locals and visitors to Nordic ski, snowshoe, dog walk or fat bike. Trails are groomed daily, weather permitting.

Surface: Snow

Town Loop 7.8 mi

The main hub of the Mammoth Lakes Trail System, the Town Loop provides a family-friendly tour of the town of Mammoth Lakes with access to a variety of outbound trails and staging areas.

Surface: Asphalt

Featured Destinations

Shady Rest Park

Shady Rest Park is an extensive public recreation facility featuring ball fields, picnic tables, restrooms, a small skatepark, a playground and a winter staging area.

Hours of Operation: Day use only

Welcome Center Trailhead

The Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center Trailhead is perfect for anyone seeking a great central location to start their outdoor adventures. With ample parking and free reliable transit service, the Welcome Center Trailhead is a gateway to trails, parks and Pathways.

Hours of Operation: 24/7 - Certain amenities/facilities limited