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Mammoth Lakes
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Skiing and all kinds of hikes on the agenda in this tourist town in eastern California.
Overview of Mammoth Lakes
Skiing and all kinds of hikes are on the agenda in this tourist town in eastern California.
Key facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Local time: .
- Population: 7,994 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 65.2 km².
- Altitude: 2,402 metres.
- Website: https://www.visitmammoth.com
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Bishop
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