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Welcome to Bishop, California

Small Town with a Big Backyard

Welcome to Bishop, California

Small Town with a Big Backyard

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Bishop Hotel

Downtown Bishop Lodging

Whether on a relaxing fishing trip, outdoor adventure, or just passing through, Bishop is a wonderful place to stay. Find a room at a downtown Bishop Hotel, Hostel, Inn, Bed & Breakfast or venture up to Bishop Creek for a wonderful cabin experience.

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Be sure to check current weather and road conditions.  In winter months, desert passes may be flooded, snowy roadways may be closed or require traction devices to travel north of Bishop. All motor vehicles, including AWD and 4WD must carry traction devices in winter. Tioga Pass (120 to Yosemite) is typically closed November – May.

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Upcoming Events

Relive history and take a ride on a 1920s Motor Car.

AAC Craggin' Classic

You’re invited to the world-class climbing mecca of Bishop, CA for the Bishop Craggin’ Classic, this October 18-20! Join climbers from around the world.

Bishop California Hotel Lodging

Eastern Sierra Tour (E.S.T.)

The highest, lowest, hottest, oldest, saltiest, rockiest, earliest, purest, strangest, loneliest, and wildest 555-mile road trip in America.

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IT’S TIME TO CHOOSE YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE: Travel Tips & Blog Stories

Bishop Fly Fishing Report

Bishop Fly Fishing Report

Updated 10/4/2024 I get asked all the time when is the best time to come to the Eastern Sierra to fly fish. The answer is now! My favorite month of the year in the Eastern Sierra starts on Sunday. The month is Sept-Oct. The 15th of September to the 15th of October. This time of the year offers the opportunity to catch spawning brook trout and trophy brown trout. It’s time for the trees to change from everyday green to brilliant colors of yellow, orange and red. Summers heat is behinds us and winters cold is on the horizon, but not yet here. Hatches of caddis, mayflies and midges are fueling the feeding trout. This is the time to fish meat. Big streamer patterns that big trout just cannot say no to. Before you know it snow will be on the ground making it impossible or very tough to fly fish lots of waters in the Sierra. So if you can get up here, now it’s the time to be fly fishing in the Eastern Sierra.

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South Lake Photo Tour

South Lake Photo Tour

1 Day Outing: South Lake Photo Tour (Bishop Creek)  Bishop’s big backyard is a playground that depending on your day’s activities, will give you a different perspective on a place you may have visited before. For example, you might have gone fishing or hiking during...

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Bishop Creek Hiking Tour

Bishop Creek Hiking Tour

1 Day Outing: Hiking Your Way Through South Lake (Bishop Creek)  One of the great things about Bishop’s big backyard is that you don’t have to embark on a multi-day backpacking tour or tackle strenuous trails to have an epic experience — unless that’s what you’re...

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Must Experience Festivals of Bishop

Must Experience Festivals of Bishop

While Bishop’s big backyard may attract you to visit, to really catch a glimpse of the soul of the Eastern Sierra and Bishop itself you need to set aside time and take in an event. Ranging from electrifying music festivals to the nation’s longest non-motorized parade, take a close look at some of the bigger annual events that you may not even know happen throughout the year.

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Summer

Summer

It’s true. Bishop can reach triple digits in the summer. However, unlike other areas burdened by urban heat islands or tropical climates, you’ll always find times or places to enjoy the outdoors comfortably. Tucked in a high desert valley between two imposing mountain ranges, Bishop offers an extensive list of summer activities as vast as the mountains themselves. Whether you’re eight or eighty, here are some adventures everyone can relish, ensuring your summer trip is filled with unforgettable memories.

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Bishop Home To California’s 14ers

Bishop Home To California’s 14ers

For those aspiring to conquer towering peaks like Mt Whitney, there’s no better starting point than White Mountain. Located approximately 50 miles from Bishop, it’s regarded as one of the “easiest” 14ers to hike in the lower 48. This makes it an ideal choice for first timers. Why? You can complete the hike in a single day without the need for overnight backpacking or camping. However, don’t be fooled— the trailhead starts at 12,000 feet and entails an elevation gain of over 2,500 feet! In other words, it’s a challenge worthy of anyone’s pride. It’s no wonder it’s considered one of the 8 best hikes near Bishop.

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How to Pet a Mule (or a burro or a horse)

How to Pet a Mule (or a burro or a horse)

Drive just about any backroad near Bishop, California during the winter months and you'll see herds of horses and mules out in pasture. Drive that same backroad during the summer and those pastures are likely to be empty, raising the question, "Where did they go?" The...

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Summer Camps

Summer Camps

As the school year comes to an end, summer offers your children the freedom to explore their interests. While freedom is good, why not give them something to look forward to this season? Enroll them in one of the many summer camps for kids taking place in the Eastern Sierra. They’ll forge new friendships, boost their confidence, and most importantly, return home with cherished memories. And while they’re enjoying themselves, seize the day by indulging in some “me” time by exploring Bishop and its expansive outdoor playground.

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Part Paved, Part Dirt – All Fun – Bishop Big Loop Auto Tour

Part Paved, Part Dirt – All Fun – Bishop Big Loop Auto Tour

Highway 395 is arguably one of the greatest strips of asphalt for a road trip. It provides you access to “The Land of -Est.” Such as the Tall-EST peak in the lower 48, the Low-EST point on the continent or even Old-EST trees on the planet, just to name a few. If you’ve seen these attractions or want to really experience the Eastern Sierra, take it a step further and hit the Bishop Big Loop Auto Tour.

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A Backpackers Paradise – Bishop In All Its Splendor 

A Backpackers Paradise – Bishop In All Its Splendor 

If there’s a place on Earth that’s perfectly suited for backpacking, it’s the Eastern Sierra. The Sierra Nevada receives nearly 300 days of sunshine. Wonderfully pleasant temps in the summer as well as into fall. And on top of it all, you’ll find serene lakes with nary a person round. Eye popping granite peaks to take in. And an adventure you’ll remember for the rest of your life. No matter your age, fitness level, or experience, there’s a way for you to enjoy backpacking in Bishop on your own terms. Don’t miss out on exploring deeper into Bishop’s expansive wilderness this summer. 

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P.O. Box 787
Bishop, CA 93515
760-873-3535
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Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
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1280 N. Main Street
Bishop, CA 93514
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