MONO COUNTY, Calif.
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The ski season at Mammoth Mountain in the Sierra Nevada mountains is drawing to an end this weekend. It marks your final chance to hit the slopes, with the resort concluding operations on Sunday, June 15th—a day celebrated as Father’s Day.
Ski season ending
We had a conversation with Joani Lynch, who serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Mammoth Mountain. According to her, this season has turned out splendidly and stands out as one of the most extended winters both locally at Mammoth and statewide within California.
Ours is a peak at 11,000 feet, which means the snow tends to linger here longer,” explained Lynch. “We usually remain operational throughout Memorial Day weekend, frequently extending until Independence Day, and during our most extended seasons even as late as August. This year has been particularly exceptional regarding duration, with truly enjoyable skiing conditions.
On Friday, Lynch appeared in a live interview with KTVU from the ski hills, where viewers could spot skiers having fun in the snow right behind her.
The resort has 10 runs in operation, but no beginner terrain. All the open slopes this weekend are for more experienced skiers and snowboarders. Three chairlifts are open with terrain from top to bottom.
The timing isn’t ideal for newcomers starting out,” Lynch stated. However, there are intermediate routes accessible along with some challenging areas to discover.
Get there early
The slopes open at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday and the last run is at 1 p.m.
Donuts and coffee will be provided while it lasts in the morning, along with some promotional items, including the famous Mammoth beanie.
During the afternoon, we hold a grand celebration atop the mountain,” Lynch stated. “We all share one last descent down the slope. The event concludes with festivities in the town below.
Currently, Mammoth is looking ahead to various summertime activities. This includes exploring mountain biking trails.
She mentioned that there are numerous enjoyable activities to enjoy in the Sierras during this season, such as cycling, and angling or trekking at some of the smaller mountain lakes.
If you’re ready for one final ski weekend, all the mountain routes are accessible now, and Lynch mentioned that traveling from the Bay Area to Mammoth ought to be quite straightforward.
Sugar Bowl renovations
At the same time, near Lake Tahoe, the Sugar Bowl ski resort is getting some upgrades.
With an impressive age of 86 years, it stands as one of the eldest ski resorts within the state. It remains a favored destination for numerous individuals from the Bay Area. This summer marks the beginning of extensive renovation work worth around $100 million.
The Village Lodge’s wooden sun deck will be swapped out for a new one, and the kitchen area will be enlarged to provide improved cuisine options.
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