Ice Cream Shops in Mammoth Lakes

“The smoked tri-tip is excellent. It is flavorful and tender. We purchased a pound of tri-tip with spicy and regular bbq sauce on the side. We sat out front of the shack and indulged eating our tri-tip on sourdough bread from the local bakery. Our German Shepard enjoyed some free end pieces, thanks to the proprietor. Everyone loved the meat including the dog.“

“Hugs Ice Cream is exactly what the name promises — comfort in a cup. After a cold day in Mammoth, this place hits hard in the best way. Great flavors, generous scoops, and that warm, small-town vibe that makes you linger even though your fingers are freezing.

Perfect stop after skiing, dinner, or just because you decided calories don’t count at altitude (they don’t). The shop is welcoming, the staff is friendly, and the ice cream somehow tastes even better when it’s snowing outside.

Pro tip: Don’t overthink it — pick a classic, get a waffle cone, and enjoy the contrast of cold air + excellent ice cream. Mammoth logic“