June Mountain

Mellow family mountain where kids ski free.

Mammoth’s quiet sister on the June Lake Loop, with about 1,500 acres and a summit at 10,090 ft. Kids 12 and under ski free all season, lift lines are short, and Chair J1 lifts everyone to a mid-mountain chalet to start the day. Stay in tiny June Lake, or drive 30 minutes to Mammoth for more restaurants and nightlife.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,590 ft

Summit

10,090 ft

Skiable terrain

1,500 acres

Trails

41

Lifts

6

Average snowfall

250″ a year

Longest run

2 mi

Terrain mix

• Beginner 15%
• Intermediate 40%
• Advanced 45%

What’s here besides skiing

• Terrain park
• Scenic lift rides
• Spa
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• Opening dayDec 19, J1 opens 7:30 am

  Opening Day

  First-chair banner breakthrough at J2 with Bucky the mascot at 8:30 am, then a winter toast at the Chalet.

• EventSaturdays, Jan–mid-April, 1:30–3:30 pmUsually

  Bucky’s Bonfire

  Free weekly family party at the Chalet with a bonfire, DJ, hot cocoa, games and a group run from the top of J2.

• EventSaturday before Easter (annual)Usually

  Easter Egg Hunt

  Age-group egg hunts at the Chalet.

Where to stay

• base villageThe Village Lodge (Mammoth)

  Stay in Mammoth for more choice and drive up for the day. Ikon and June pass holders get lodging discounts.

  30 min drive
• lodgeDouble Eagle Resort and Spa

  Cabins and rooms on the June Lake Loop with a spa and the Eagle’s Landing restaurant.

  5 min drive
• innGull Lake Lodge

  Classic, cozy motel between Gull Lake and June Lake, a short walk from the village.

  5 min drive
• cabinBig Rock Resort

  Lakeside cabins on June Lake in the village.

  5 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Free naturalist ski tours · Top of Chair J1

  One-hour weekend tours on skis with a Forest Service naturalist covering geology, wildlife and weather. Intermediate skiers and up.

• Guided backcountry tours · From the summit

  Off-piste tours with Sierra Mountain Guides into terrain like the Gnome Zone and Carson Peak, starting near the summit.

• Double Eagle Spa · 5 min drive

  Massages and soaks after a day on the hill.

• Carson Peak Inn · 5 min drive

  June Lake dinner staple since 1966, known for hearty portions.

• Mono Lake Tufa · 20 min drive

  Strange limestone towers on the shore of an ancient salt lake. Striking in winter light.

Après and nightlife

• Antler Bar

  The bar at the June Meadows Chalet, mid-mountain.

• Tiger Bar

  Saloon from 1932 with one of the oldest liquor licenses in California, serving bar food with Mexican options.

• June Lake Brewing

  Small-town brewery taproom with food from La Parrilla.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Eastern Sierra Regional (Bishop) (BIH) · about 1 hr 5 min drive
• Reno · about 2.75 hr
• Los Angeles · about 5.5 hr

Directions in Google Maps