Chapter Seven: The Bypassed East

While calling it the Bypassed West might be a bit much, Mammoth Lakes definitely was passed as people moved to the coast of California. The Bypassed East was known for its fishing and trees. That is something that Mammoth is known for also. Look out for bears if you are hiking through the forests. The bears are probably more scared of you, though they have been known to try to steel your fish. Opening day for trout season is a busy day in Mammoth. If you are a fisherman and it definitely needs to be added to your bucket list.

Chapter Five: The North American Manufacturing Core

The only thing manufactured in Mammoth is fun. Skiing, snowboarding, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, snow mobiling, hunting, running, shopping, eating or just relaxing. I may even be considered by some the North American Manufacturing Core of Fun.

Chapter Four: Megalopolis

Mammoth Lakes lacks all of the site characteristics of a Megalopolis. As you can see from the view looking down on Twin Lakes it lacks a coastal location, it does not have a harbor, the year round temperatures are not mild or moderate and the terrain is nowhere near flat or gently rolling. Luckily Mammoth does lack the problems associated with a Megalopolis. There is plenty of fresh water and pollution is practically nonexistent...unless everyone is burning wood in their fireplaces all at the same time in the winter.

Chapter Three: Foundations of Human Activity

Mammoth Lakes is still waiting for the settlement expansion to hit. It may have something to do with the mountainous terrain or the low winter temperatures. The manufacturing jobs are nonexistent so there is no threat of a population boom. Certain times of the year you can find a trail and hike for hours without seeing a single person. This is the reason I retreat there as often as possible.

Chapter Two: Physical Environment

Located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Mammoth Lakes is dominated by high mountain peaks and dense forests. High annual snow fall means year round streams and beautiful clear lakes. The winter months do not get much above freezing during the day. The summer months top out in the mid to upper 70's. Two places that must be visited while in Mammoth are pictured here. To the left is Devil's Postpile National Monument and below is Rainbow Falls.

Chapter One: Regions and Themes

Mammoth Lakes is located in the California Region of the United States but is a region all to its own. Most people head to Mammoth to escape the urban life and enjoy some peace and quiet. Mammoth is far from what the majority of the region offers. There is no urbanization or industrialization for miles and miles.