Hilltop Hot Springs

Hot springs, mountain trails, alpine lakes, desert landscapes and tons of incredible dispersed camping opportunities - just a few things that make the Eastern Sierras an incredible place to visit! Here’s exactly what you can expect from my Eastern Sierras & Hot Springs guide 👇 This guide is the result of dozens of hours of planning, research, and in-person experience. It includes an fun features such as an interactive map, directions that connect directly to your phone’s Google or Apple Maps app, and the exact coordinates to some of my favorite hidden gems & hiking trails in the Alabama Hills & Mammoth Lakes areas! It lays out instructions to help you plan your perfect trip to this area including dispersed camping locations, camper van rental suggestions, other accomodation options (if camping isn’t your thing), 8 hot spring locations, several hiking trails, direct links to every resource you could need, suggested photo locations, behind the scenes exclusive photos and videos from me, and so much more! It’s mobile friendly when you download the Thatch App for free so you can easily access all of the info right from your phone. I have hand crafted this guide specifically for adventure travelers (like me!) and feel so confident you will have an amazing trip with this guide by your side 😏 As a part of your purchase of the guide, here are a few promises I can make you: 1. This is a LIVING guide: I will update it as I find more information and discover more places which means you have lifetime access to updated information as it’s added! 2. I only make guides based on areas I have not only been to but know well! I include both activities that I have done myself as well as those that are on my bucketlist for next time I visit! I will always call out the ones I have not done yet and provide you the exact resources you need to experience them yourself! 3. These guides are completely transparent! You can be sure that all unfiltered opinions I provide are my own 🙃 If I include any sponsored information or affiliate links, I will be sure to call these out directly. I will only include these if they benefit you (such as a discount code or coupon!) I can’t wait to hear & see your adventure! Feel free to send me a DM with your feedback, fill out my feedback form at the bottom of this guide & tag me in your photos! @katbennettphoto

In the record breaking '23-'24 year, I was buried under 600 inches of fresh powder living as a ski-instructor in SoCal's favorite mountain town. While I was shoveling myself out, I learned some of the secrets of Mammoth Lakes that make the town special outside of Alterra's incredible mega-resort. Experience the town like a true local with tips for: ❄︎ Cafés ❄︎ A Base Area Breakdown (which of the 3 is best for you!) ❄︎ Mammoth's Best Runs (and lesson tips) ❄︎ Hot Springs ❄︎ Hikes ❄︎ Indoor Fun ❄︎ Restaurants (with gluten free, of course!) ❄︎ Après-Ski ❄︎ Lodging ❄︎ Getting Around ❄︎ Nearby attractions

Winter in California’s Eastern Sierras is a wonderland of snowy peaks, natural hot springs, scenic viewpoints, and cozy mountain towns perfect for adventurers and relaxation-seekers alike. This itinerary (with 100+ spots) takes you through some of the region’s best highlights, from breathtaking viewpoints like Mono Lake’s surreal formations & snowy Convict Lake, to soothing hot springs tucked in peaceful valleys. Enjoy exhilarating days on the slopes at Mammoth Mountain and Heavenly, then unwind at charming lodges and savor hearty meals in rustic eateries. Whether you're here to ski, soak, sightsee, or savor local flavors, this Eastern Sierras winter itinerary promises a memorable alpine escape. Unlock this guide for access to: ❄️ Viewpoints & Points of Interest ♨️ Hot Springs ⛷️ Ski Resorts 🛌 Accommodations 🍽 Places to eat (breakfast, lunch + dinner options) ❗️ Complimentary future updates *Please Note: Make the most of your road trip by planning accordingly for snowy weather so you can focus on having fun. Carry chains & a winter weather kit in your vehicle to remove snow, stay warm, and have plenty of extra food & water. And, of course, always plan your trip around clear weather and driving conditions.