MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. (KABC) -- Mammoth Mountain opened for the season on Friday -- a day earlier than expected because of recent snowfall.
The area saw a foot of fresh powder just this week.
Opening day looks different this year, with no traditional events because of the pandemic.
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Guests are also required to follow safety guidelines -- and buy all lifts and passes in advance.
Lift tickets are already sold out for the weekend.
What to know about changes at Mammoth Mountain due to COVID as resort opens for the season
Mammoth Mountain opened for the season on Friday -- a day earlier than expected because of recent snowfall.
