Getting to Mammoth Lakes

Peak fall foliage and the world’s best OCR racers await in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, California

There are several international airports within a relatively easy drive to Mammoth Lakes California

Driving Directions

STREET ADDRESS:
Canyon Lodge, 1000 Canyon Boulevard, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

The race start and finish will be located at Canyon Lodge, on the edge of the village at the base of Mammoth Mountain.

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Parking

VENUE ADDRESS:

Canyon Lodge  – 1000 Canyon Blvd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

VIP PARKING: 

1000 Canyon Blvd., Mammoth Lakes, CA

VIP parking will be available for pre-sale only leading up to the event weekend, link to follow.

GENERAL EVENT PARKING: 

1000 Canyon Blvd., Mammoth Lakes, CA

General parking is available on a first come first serve basis at the venue location. Street parking around Canyon Lodge and within the surrounding neighborhoods is available.

Shuttles

SHUTTLE INFORMATION: 

Shuttle service in Mammoth Lakes will be provided for those not wanting to park directly at the venue.

Shuttles route: 

The Village main parking lot (paid parking) to and from Canyon Lodge.

Timing for the shuttles each day: (running every 15 minutes)

Thursday 10/3/24 1:40 pm-6:40 pm (packet pick-up day)

Friday 10/4/24 6:40 am-6:00 pm (Event day 1)

Saturday 10/5/24 7:40 am-6:00 pm (Event day 2)

Sunday 10/6/24 7:40 am-7:00 pm (Event day 3)

Town Shuttle information: Detailed Map at Town Trolley – Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (estransit.com)

 

 

 

 

Flying to the OCRWC

Bishop
45 Minute Drive to Mammoth Lakes, connect from SFO
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
5 hours drive to Mammoth Lakes
Reno International Airport (RNO)
3 hours drive to Mammoth Lakes
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
6 hours drive to Mammoth Lakes, or connect directly to Bishop
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York, NY 4 hour drive to Stratton
Learn more about your travel options here

Directions

Driving to Mammoth Lakes
From LAX

Nothing beats the freedom of the open highway, and a road trip to Mammoth Lakes from Los Angeles takes travelers from the cactus-studded landscape of the Mojave Desert into the broad Owens Valley. Flanked by some of North America’s most impressive mountains and lined with ancient glacial lake beds, it’s easy to see why Hwy. 395 to Mammoth Lakes is considered a Scenic Byway. Once out of the city, the traffic density dwindles and you’re able to revel in the region’s impressive natural beauty.

Along the way, several quaint high-desert towns remind visitors of the rural Old West while providing full services to travelers. From chain restaurants to locally-famous eateries and charming hotels, visitors are able to find suitable meals and rest areas along the drive.

Driving from Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes

The 325-mile drive from Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes takes five to six hours, depending on travel conditions. From Los Angeles, take California Hwy. 14 toward Lancaster or Hwy. 15 toward San Bernardino to Hwy. 395, which will take you all the way to Mammoth Lakes.

From Reno

From Reno, drive approximately 160 miles along Hwy. 395 directly to Mammoth Lakes. The drive takes about three hours and runs to the east of the Sierra Nevada, giving you spectacular views of the infamous mountain range the whole time. Local’s Tip: Many of us use this route regularly for doctor’s appointments and other necessities – use the turnouts when you get awestruck.

On the way to Mammoth Lakes, you’ll pass these iconic Eastern Sierra landmarks and scenic areas.

Scenic Areas North of Mammoth Lakes
Lake Tahoe
Walker River Canyon
Sagehen Summit*
Virginia Lakes*
Bodie State Historic Park
Mono Lake
Tioga Pass – The Eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park
June Lake Loop*

From San Francisco

Exhilarating mountain highways loaded with scenic viewpoints are part of the adventure of driving from Northern California to Mammoth Lakes. But traveling over Sierra Nevada passes to this quaint mountain town changes drastically from summer to winter due to snow, so be sure to check road conditions and closures before you plan your drive. Once the winter’s snow melts in late May to early June (although sometimes as late as July), many of the high-alpine passes that cross the Sierra Nevada Mountains open for travel. Each route has its own distinct natural beauty that begs to be explored. With several options on hand, you may want to consider taking a different route home so you can see more of the area.

Driving to Mammoth Lakes via Hwy. 120
California Hwy. 120 (Tioga Pass) through Yosemite National Park is the quickest and arguably the most scenic route connecting Northern California to Mammoth Lakes. This highway links the awe-inspiring Yosemite National Park with the Eastern Sierra region via Tioga Pass, which is the highest highway pass in California. Along the way, Hwy. 120 skirts majestic mountains of light-colored granite. Once it merges with Hwy. 395 on the east side, travelers are greeted with the serene waters of the ecologically unique Mono Lake. With dozens of educational and interpretive stops, this is an unforgettable route for a family adventure.

On average and depending on traffic, you should expect this trip to take around six hours from San Francisco. Many services are available, although amenities are limited in Yosemite National Park. Once in the Eastern Sierra, the small hamlet of Lee Vining at the base of Tioga Pass has a wide variety of eateries and from here, Mammoth Lakes is less than 30 minutes away.

Driving to Mammoth Lakes via Hwy. 108
California Hwy. 108 (Sonora Pass) connects Northern California with Mammoth Lakes via a smooth and gently winding road that climbs through the enchanting forests of Gold Country and descends within a broad, glacially-carved valley. During the fall, the eastern portion of this highway explodes in a dazzling array of golden yellows as thousands of quaking aspens begin shedding their leaves in preparation for winter. Trout fishermen will find some of the best fishing in the state along SR 108, as this is the headwaters of the famous Walker River and home to some unbelievably large fish. Limited services are available over Sonora Pass and the often-forgotten highway is a great choice during busy weekends. This is an easy drive in the summer, taking around six and a half hours to get to Mammoth Lakes from the San Francisco.

On the way to Mammoth Lakes, you’ll pass these iconic Eastern Sierra landmarks and scenic areas.

Yosemite National Park
Mono Lake
Bodie State historic Park
June Lake Loop