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Wild West Events
Don’t miss these wild west events: 54th Annual Mule Days over Memorial Weekend plus California High School Rodeo State Finals Championship in June 2024!
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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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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Bishop Fly Fishing Report
Updated 5/15/2024 Mornings are quite often wind free and the time that fly fishers should be on the water fly fishing. With the warmer weather there is an increase in insect activity which means there is an increase in trout feeding activity. While there is some dry fly activity to be found nymphing is the most productive method of fly fishing in the Eastern Sierra right now. The trout are feeding on mayflies, midges and caddis flies.
Climbing Conditions Report
Updated 5/11/2024 Conditions Report time! It’s been a beautiful spring here in the Eastern Sierra! 🏔️
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.
Pedal Into A Bishop Gravel Ride
Bishop is legendary for its road biking. The perfect basecamp for visitors and residents alike to get outside and ride pretty much year-round. You’ll also find that the roads are so lightly trafficked that you may not see another soul or encounter a traffic light or stop-sign for many miles. But if you really want to delve into the unknown, consider heading out on a gravel grinder.
Manzanar Pilgrimage
Every year on the last Saturday of April, individuals from all walks of life set off from Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo and various parts of the country to reach the Manzanar historical site, just south of the town of Bishop. This pilgrimage, now known as the Manzanar...
2024 Blake Jones Recap
Lucky winners took home nice prizes including float tubes, Yeti coolers, rod & reel combos and tons of other great gear provided by the event’s ever-generous co-sponsors. The derby is an important tradition for visitors as well as locals. “We want to make sure that it’s sustainable so upcoming generations can enjoy the fishing fun. We’ve added a category for catch & release and a special raffle prize for those who pick up trash while they are out fishing. And we always purchase and plant far more fish than are usually caught at the derby