15. Vineyard at Sunrise A vineyard at sunrise with rows of grapevines and the first light of day breaking over the horizon creates a scene full of promise and tranquility.

Now there’s an easier way. On Saturday, Mammoth Mountain ski resort for the first time will take visitors up to the summit at 11,053 feet by gondola to see the sunrise at 5:33 a.m.

Tickets include an entire day's access to Grandfather Mountain once the park's normal hours start at 9 a.m. General admission tickets are $50, children's tickets for those age 4 through 12 are $35 ...