Cross Country Skiing the MLTS Nordic Trail System at Shady Rest ▣

Cross-country skiing this 1.8 mile loop is an excellent introduction to Nordic adventuring in Mammoth Lakes and the unique winter charms of Shady Rest. Great if you’re looking to get acclimatized or on a heavy storm day, the moderate terrain includes some slight hills as the trail wind through a beautiful Jeffrey pine and red fir forest. The groomed winter trails in Shady Rest are located right at the entrance to Town and are accessed from the Welcome Center and Ranger Station. This looped experience is shared with a variety of users, including snowshoers and dog walkers, so please be mindful of others and share the trails. Weather permitting, the trails are groomed five days a week and are free to the public.
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Cross-country skiing this 1.8 mile loop is an excellent introduction to Nordic adventuring in Mammoth Lakes and the unique winter charms of Shady Rest. Great if you’re looking to get acclimatized or on a heavy storm day, the moderate terrain includes some slight hills as the trail wind through a beautiful Jeffrey pine and red fir forest. The groomed winter trails in Shady Rest are located right at the entrance to Town and are accessed from the Welcome Center and Ranger Station. This looped experience is shared with a variety of users, including snowshoers and dog walkers, so please be mindful of others and share the trails. Weather permitting, the trails are groomed five days a week and are free to the public.

Avalanche Forecast for 11/27/2024

AVALANCHE FORECAST: Over the past five days, two storms brought periods of heavy snowfall, strong winds, and dangerous avalanche conditions to the region. As the weather settles, avalanches breaking in new and wind-drifted snow will become less likely. Be prepared to assess the recent snow for signs of instability, like cracking underfoot, before venturing into avalanche terrain. We have very limited information about the snowpack at mid and upper elevations. If old snow has formed weak layers near the base of the snowpack, you can expect avalanche conditions to settle more slowly. Find out More

Experience Checklist
- Beanie
- Cross-country ski boots
- Cross-country skis
- Day pack
- Energy bars/electrolyte replacement
- Knowledge and understanding of local conditions
- Ski poles
- Smartphone
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen/lip protector
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Experience Information

Trail Length
1.8 miles

Trail Surface
Snow

Duration
Less than 4 hours
This cross-country ski experience starts from the Welcome Center and Ranger Station.
- Get driving directions to Welcome Center & Ranger Station
- Get public-transit options*
*Note that not all facilities are accessible via public transit.