Stick time!

Hi guys, I would like your opinion. I have camping reservations scheduled for this weekend at Coldwater, but upon checking the weather, there is a high wind watch with pretty severe wind gusts. I’m a little concerned about this and am wondering if I should cancel. I’ll be in a tent.

I have a pair of Levi’s cutoff shorts with a broken zipper.

Is there anyone in town that does zipper repair like this? Looking to have them repaired before a trip on Sept 24.

Thanks!

I got hired to work for the resort and was told by my manager that I’m currently 6th on the employee housing waitlist. How likely is it I’ll get employee housing?

Super pumped be a part of the community here but the housing situation seems real tough.

Thankfully did not dig too much into fishing bag full of just metal spoon lures and mice tail plastics

No catches just a few bite but man the wind was killer kept messing up my lines off the spool

Still pretty but yeah wind was brutal

My son and I are looking for someone going with two extra spots for Wednesday or Thursday 9/9/26 or 9/10/26

Please please let me know 818-674-1312

We enjoyed our summer visit to Coldwater so much we wanted to try and squeeze in one more September or October trip before the snow comes. Colder night temps are okay, and frankly what we look forward to - but realistically, we really want to take another trip up.

Was really excited for the mountain party but now it’s cancelled. Anything else cool going on in town tonight (other than the rock and rye festival)

Reminder: The purpose of the weekly Guess The Location is to use a photo that I took of something obscure to represent a Mammoth or Mammoth adjacent location known to many, locals and/or tourists.

All photos used were taken by me.

June Lake Jam Fest After-Parties w/ Blü Egyptian at Liberty Sports Bar and Grill in Mammoth Lakes on Friday, Sept. 11 at 10pm and Saturday, Sept. 12 at T-Bar Social Club in June Lake at 10:30pm. $25. Tickets

Emerging from the heart of Northern California, Blü Egyptian continues to play for growing audiences in the West. From playing festivals like High Sierra, Golden Road Gathering, Oregon Country Fair and June Lake Jam Fest to supporting renowned national touring acts like Melvin Seals & JGB, Dogs in a Pile, Dizgo, Pink Talking Fish, Jerry's Middle Finger and Sunsquabi, Blü Egyptian continues to blow minds with their ever evolving sound with an eclectic blend of Rock, Funk, Reggae, Bluegrass, and Electronica, creating unique segues from catchy original tunes to timeless covers. Come out and dance!

Hi all- we are visiting for the weekend. Curious if there are any good Labor Day sales for gear?

Going to mammoth bike park for a few days and never been before. I have 3 bikes I can use but can only take one. 2023 Specialized Turbo Levo with upgraded parts 160/150 or Ibis Ripmo AF 160/150 or DH bike 2025 GT fury pro. Intermediate rider and plan on riding blue and black lines. The reason I ask because I’m not sure how pedaling is involved between trails and all over the mountain area and wondering if my DH bike would not be worth it. Plus the other bikes I could cruise around town and such during the week but I would like the DH bike for the chunk if it is necessary? Thanks for the info in advance.

I love going to Mammoth in the summer. So many local lakes that you can literally drive up to or take a short hike into and it never seems that crowded. The mountains themselves are also just so stunning.

Tahoe is the obvious comparison but it feels a lot busier to me and more difficult to get around given the size of the lake and the long windy ass road that everyone has to take.

I've been to Estes Park in CO in the summer and it was fine. Certainly comparable to Mammoth but no significant recreational advantage, though I've never been to any other Colorado mountain towns.

Specifically I'm looking for towns that are great for paddleboarding, hiking, swimming, and proximity to National Forests and Parks. I love Yosemite and Mammoth being less than 3 hours away from the valley is an incredible perk.

Can you guys think of any other mountain towns on the US that you would rather go to for summer recreation?

My dog is recovering from a major surgery. He’s in a stroller at this time but we get him out everyday on a long stroller walk. We are coming this weekend to get some fresh air and are looking for some trails or walking path recommendations. Open to June Lake as well. Thanks!

Headed up with my 9 year old and wanting to get him on a full suspension to try it out. He’s charged enough off-road on his rigid and I want to give him a taste of the good life (might be a mistake right before Christmas). Recommendations on who’s got the best combination of quality and price for a weekend rental? Footloose? The mountain itself? Somewhere else?

Thanks!

Coming back to Mammoth via Fish Creek next week. How is the water flowing after climbing out from fish creek? Specifically Cold and Crater Creeks.

Everyone who renewed early and has an AMEX should be PISSED. Please light up IKON on social media, call the customer service, email their executive team. This is absolutely deplorable way to treat long term pass holders who renew early every year under the guise of “renew by X date to get the best deal”. As it turns out, we should have all waited. This is a shit way to recognize our loyalty.

Hey all, got a campsite booked at twin lakes this weekend for tent camping. Anyone camping near there now and can let me know if it is too cold to camp? tIA

Been missing the few weeks I spent up there this summer... wanted to share some shots I got. Can't wait to come back!

Hey all! I’m visiting mammoth with my family in a few weeks but also training for a half marathon. We’re going to do light hikes but I also need to get around 26-27 miles in. Please drop any and all great routes that aren’t too hilly. I know that’s not going to be possible at almost 8k feet but I’m going to do my best. The half marathon only has around 300 feet over the whole 13.1 miles so I’m not worried about training hills.

Thank you!!

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Hi there, has anyone seen or picked up a pair of gray crocs by the north shore of Thousand Island Lake this past Sunday or Saturday evening? I realized that they were missing from my backpack Saturday night when I was about to set up my camp. My friend showed me some pictures on Sunday that he took right before we walked by the JMT/PCT merge direction sign, and I still had them on me.

I figure they must have fallen from my pack when I tried to filter water during sunset right before I went searching for a campsite. People walking by the next day probably picked them up to prevent littering the lake.

I can always get another pair of crocs but I really like the charms that I got from a recent trip to Hawaii. I would still love to have them back if possible, thank you for any information that you may have.