Mammoth Lives On - Mammoth Lakes, CA
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N 37° 39.077 W 119° 02.240
11S E 320273 N 4169078
A statue of a woolly mammoth at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area.
Waymark Code: WM1CATB
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 07/15/2025
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The “Mammoth Lives On” sculpture is a monumental bronze statue created by artist Douglas Van Howd, prominently displayed at the base of Mammoth Mountain Ski Area in Mammoth Lakes, California. Installed in 1990, the sculpture features a life-sized woolly mammoth, standing tall with its head raised and tusks extended, as if proudly surveying the alpine landscape. The piece pays homage to the Ice Age heritage of the region, where actual mammoth fossils have been discovered, reminding visitors of the ancient giants that once roamed the Eastern Sierra.
Douglas Van Howd, known for his dynamic wildlife sculptures, crafted this piece to symbolize the enduring spirit and rugged strength of Mammoth Mountain. The statue is not only a celebration of the area's prehistoric past but also a testament to the vibrant recreational life that defines the town today. Surrounded by the stunning Sierra Nevada backdrop, “Mammoth Lives On” has become an iconic photo spot and a beloved emblem of Mammoth Lakes, uniting natural history with modern adventure.
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Mammoth Lives On
Figure Type: Animal
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Douglas Van Howd
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1990
Materials used: bronze
Location: Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
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