Experience a cozy mountain retreat with modern amenities in Mammoth Lakes. Perfect for groups seeking comfort and outdoor fun.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Flexible – multi-day stays recommended
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the cabin provides a comfortable base for outdoor excursions.
Wildlife
History
Red's Meadow Resort & Pack Station has been serving visitors since the early 1900s, originally supporting pack trips into the Sierra Nevada backcountry.
Conservation
The resort promotes Leave No Trace principles to preserve the natural beauty and wildlife habitat around Mammoth Lakes.
Red's Meadow Resort & Pack Station
Experience a cozy mountain retreat with modern amenities in Mammoth Lakes. Perfect for groups seeking comfort and outdoor fun.
Red's Meadow Resort & Pack Station is a lodging and outfitting business located in Mammoth Lakes, California. The resort operates as a resort and pack station and provides guided rides and a variety of on-site accommodations for hikers, families, and groups.
The property offers the Rainbow Falls Ride, a serene two-hour guided ride to Rainbow Falls and the San Joaquin River with essential gear provided for a hassle-free experience. For long-distance hikers, Red's Meadow maintains hiker cabins specifically serving JMT and PCT travelers. These hiker cabins feature comfortable bunk beds with fresh linens and access to communal restroom and shower facilities, creating a simple, social trail-side retreat. One hiker cabin listing notes check-in at 3:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM.
Multiple mountain cabins (A, B, D, E, and F) accommodate groups and families, each designed with comforts such as kitchenettes, full bathrooms, decks, and outdoor fire pits. Cabin D is noted for a two-story layout suited to larger groups. Motel Room options include clean, private rooms with two queen beds and private bathrooms; one motel room listing specifies a 3:00 PM check-in time.
Red's Meadow Resort & Pack Station positions itself as a convenient gateway for outdoor activities—guided rides, fishing, hiking, and trail access—while providing a range of lodging formats from simple hiker cabins to fully equipped mountain cabins and motel rooms. The combination of guided experiences and varied accommodations supports visitors looking for both adventure and reliable, comfortable stays in Mammoth Lakes.
Location
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Near Sierra Nevada trails
Trips Offered
11 unique trips
Rides, cabins, motel rooms
Guided Ride
Rainbow Falls — 2-hour
To Rainbow Falls & San Joaquin River
Hiker Cabins
JMT/PCT friendly
Bunk beds and shared facilities
Book guided horseback rides, JMT/PCT hiker cabins, mountain cabins, or motel rooms in Mammoth Lakes today.
Reserve early for peak seasons
Book your cabin well in advance during summer and winter to secure availability.
Pack layers for temperature changes
Evenings can be chilly, so bring warm clothing despite sunny days.
Respect quiet hours
Keep noise to a minimum after 10 PM to maintain the peaceful atmosphere for all guests.
Use bear-safe practices
Store food securely and clean up cooking areas to avoid attracting wildlife.
Warm layered clothing
Layered clothing helps you adapt to temperature changes from day to night.
fall
Hiking boots
Durable boots keep your feet comfortable and supported on nearby trails.
summer
Flashlight or headlamp
Necessary for navigating around the cabin or trails after dark.
winter
Portable fire starter kit
Makes lighting the outdoor fire pit easier during your evenings under the stars.
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