Cabin choices abound at Mammoth, which offers historic retreats and rustic cabins, such as the secluded, century-old Crystal Crag Lodge on the shore of Lake Mary. (Courtesy Ben Davidson Photography) ...

Some cabins are located deep in the pines, while others are perched on quiet lakes, perfect for boaters and anglers. Some cabin communities have communal recreation areas, like volleyball courts ...

Sardine Lake Resort (from $250) has cabins and a dockside bar at the lower body of water, ... Long Lake is the kind of alpine destination where people hike in with pool floaties, ...