Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes · California · USA
945m
Vertical Drop
175
Runs
28
Lifts
1,416 ha
Skiable Area
1,016 cm
Avg Snowfall
Nov 2025 – Jun 2026
Season
Nearby town
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About
California's highest ski resort with one of the longest seasons in North America. Mammoth receives massive snowfall and offers stunning views of the Eastern Sierra. A popular destination for Southern California workers.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
3,369m
Base
2,424m
Vertical Drop
945m
Lift Breakdown
2
Gondolas
20
Chairlifts
6
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
2,000–3,500
Main Employers
- Alterra Mountain Company (resort operations)
- The Village at Mammoth
- Mammoth Mountain Inn
- Westin Monache Resort
- Mammoth Lakes restaurants & bars
- Mammoth Mountain Ski & Snowboard School
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- International workers typically use J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa (seasonal work) or H-2B temporary worker visa. J-1 requires a sponsor agency. Mammoth Mountain/Alterra is a major J-1 employer.
- Recruitment Timeline
- Hiring begins in August–September. Mammoth has one of the longest seasons (Nov–June in good years), so early- and late-season positions are available. Job fairs in September.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- USD $300–$450 (housing, food, transport)
- Public Transport
- Free Mammoth Transit (Orange, Red, Blue, Yellow lines) throughout town and to the mountain. Eastern Sierra Transit to Bishop and Reno. Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH) with limited seasonal flights. Reno 3 hrs, LA 5 hrs.
Staff Perks
- Free or discounted Ikon Pass
- Staff meal discounts
- Pro deals on gear
- Staff events & parties
- Extended season means longer employment
- Hot springs access nearby
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- California-casual après-ski. Clocktower Cellar is the legendary dive bar. Lakanuki (tiki bar), Mammoth Brewing Company, Liberty Sports Bar & Grill, and 53 Kitchen & Cocktails. The Village at Mammoth has several spots. Yodler at the base.
- Healthcare
- Mammoth Hospital with 24/7 emergency department and orthopaedic clinic. Pharmacies in town (Rite Aid, Vons Pharmacy). Northern Inyo Hospital in Bishop (45 min).
- Shops & Services
- Full-service town of Mammoth Lakes with grocery stores (Vons, Grocery Outlet), banks, gear shops (Footloose Sports, Wave Rave, Kittredge Sports), liquor stores, and the Village shopping area.
- International Community
- Moderate to large — significant J-1 visa community, especially from South America (Argentina, Chile) and Australia. Large Latino/Hispanic community. California-diverse workforce.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Mammoth Lakes
5 km awayA high-altitude Eastern Sierra town surrounded by volcanic peaks. Mammoth Mountain is right there, and the town has a distinctly Californian mountain vibe — less polished than Tahoe, more real.
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Nov 2025 – Jun 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -12°C to 0°C
- Snow Reliability
- high
- Snowmaking
- 15% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 1,016 cm/yr
Location
37.6308°N, -119.0326°W
Nearest town: Mammoth Lakes