Mammoth Lakes, CA is the centerpiece of Highway 395 with access to almost every adventure you could dream up. Not to overlook Mammoth Lakes as the perfect springboard for Yosemite National Park outings, wilderness adventures, and the home of the best hot springs in California. This area sees little traffic during the winter, unless you are a skier, and is overshadowed by Lake Tahoe in the summer, so Mammoth Lakes has flown under the radar for years.
Endless Hot Springs To Soak In
The Mammoth Lakes hot springs area is not well defined and often can be a sprawling area that people reference because there are so many hot springs you can soak in. If you are there on a cold day, you can see the steam rising from hot spring after hot spring in the distance. Some have been modified while others remain natural. Many are still left to be discovered.
A few of the most popular Mammoth Lakes Hot Springs:
- Wild Willy's Hot Spring
- Crab Cooker Hot Spring
- Crowley Hot Spring
- Shepard's Hot Spring
Unparalleled Mountain Views
From the popular hot springs in Mammoth Lakes, most notably Wild Willy's, you will soak with an incredible view of the Eastern Sierra Mountains. If you reach above 10,000 feet in altitude, this area is named after the famous photographer Ansel Adams, whose body of work showcases this mountain range. On any given sunset, you can watch the alpine glow turn the mountains and sky a pink-orange color while you soak in the hot springs.
The Post-Adventure Glow
Mammoth Lakes is home to every adventure you can think of. From skiing to hiking to rock climbing to kayaking, Mammoth Lakes has it all. And, it's not just for experts. Mammoth Lakes offers adventures for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. So, if you travel to Mammoth Lakes to push your limits there is nothing better than soaking in the mineral-rich hot springs of Mammoth Lakes to get that post-adventure glow.