Here’s What it Looks Like When 10 Feet of Snow Falls on Mammoth

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Mammoth Mountain received 10 feet of new snow from the storm that hit the area in late January, with almost 9 of that falling in only 48 hours. Massive storms like these can present challenges for ski areas, including road closures and avalanche danger. The resort was forced to remain closed for a day but, challenges aside, we think you’ll agree that the reward was well worth the wait.
From left: Snow mounts in town as skiers wait for the resort to open. Jessica Kennedy and Blaine Thomas ski tour along Main Street in Mammoth Lakes while they wait for the green light. Photo: Miles Weaver
Wind creates a snowglobe effect around the Panorama Gondola. Photo: Miles Weaver
The moon hangs over Mammoth and Lincoln Mountains while the sunrise illuminates 113 inches of new snow. Photo: Miles Weaver
Bernie Rosow applying sunscreen. Photo: Christian Pondella
Photo: Christian Pondella
The groomers have a big job ahead of them. Photo: Christian Pondella
Photo: Christian Pondella
No groomers needed here. Austin Long finds the white room while skiing under Chair 4, the Roller Coaster Express. Photo: Miles Weaver
Ski patrol detonates a hand charge at the top of Chair 23 as part of avalanche control work. Photo: Miles Weaver
An unknown skier disappears into the white room as he skis deep powder in the trees off of the High Five Express chair. Photo: Miles Weaver
An untouched Chair 12 under the Minarets. Photo: Miles Weaver