Sample The Eastern Sierra Summer In A Myriad Of Ways
The heat is on in Bishop. But unlike other hot locales, there are many ways to still enjoy the great outdoors in the summer, if you have a plan. As the saying “it’s a dry heat” goes… due to our proximity to the High Sierra and the desert climate, you can escape by going out early, taking a dip in an alpine lake, or go up in elevation to play. Here’s a few ideas on how you can sample Bishop’s Big Backyard this summer during the day.
Finish The Summer Off Right With The Tri-County Fair
While summer may feel endless, the sad reality is by the end of August its coming to an end. The start of school is approaching or already here. Days are getting shorter. Nights have a bit of a coolness to them. Instead of dwelling on it, let’s celebrate a...Summer is Spectacular in Bishop
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Life Is Better At Sierra Lakes – 5 You Must Hike To This Summer
When you go out for a hike, it’s nice to have a goal and one of the easiest is to visit a lake. There’s something about an alpine lake with no road access that makes them enchanting. Maybe it’s the price of admission that you need to walk to see them. Or that...
More Fish Stocking – Summer 2022
INYO COUNTY TO AUGMENT 2022 SEASON STOCKING EFFORTS BY CDFW, BISHOP CHAMBER Some of anglers’ favorite fishing holes along U.S. Highway 395 should be extra enticing this season thanks to supplemental stocking events sponsored by the County of Inyo. Throughout the 2022...Summer Activities
Summer Activities Summer is spectacular in our big backyard. It’s not unusual for temperatures to climb to, and over, the 100-degree mark during the summer months in Bishop. “But it’s a dry heat,” as the saying goes, and that really does make it more bearable. But...
Start Summer Off Right With Memorial Day Fun In Bishop
Although the meteorological start of summer is June 21st, we all know the official start is Memorial Day. Let’s start the season off right. To help, we’ve put together a list of fun and exciting things to do in Bishop over the long weekend. Combined with our big...
Summertime Fun in a Wintertime Wonderland
Oh yeah, it’s cold out there. Snow has fallen. Ski season has started. You’ve packed your bags and you’re all geared up for a winter experience. But have you considered that you could experience a little summer with your winter? No. Well consider this … you can! Right...
Days Inn Bishop
Our Days Inn Bishop hotel in High Sierra, off Highway 395 and State Route 168, is your gateway to adventure. Visit Lake Sabrina, Mammoth Lakes summer and winter resorts, and the Tri-County Fairgrounds.
Bishop Fly Fishing Report
Updated 5/2/2024 So far we’re having a typical Eastern Sierra Spring. Lots of wind and cold days with some warm days in between. Right now were getting several warm windless or slightly breezy days on the water. With the warm weather the water is warming up and the trout are starting to feed actively on caddis, mayflies and midges. Nymphing continues to be the best producer of trout, but the right water on the right day your will find surface feeding trout.
Day Hikes in Bishop’s Big Backyard
Day Hikes in Bishop’s Big Backyard Hiking in Bishop’s big backyard is epic! The dictionary defines epic as heroic; majestic; impressively great! Gazing up toward the numerous 13,000+ foot peaks of the Sierra Nevada from beautiful Bishop, it would seem the word was...
Bodie State Park
Bodie State Historic Park is about 25-miles north of Mono Lake, the last 10-miles along a dirt road that can be somewhat rough. Although the park is open from about mid-March, the road may be closed to regular vehicle traffic due to snowpack. Oversnow equipment is...
Mammoth Museum at Hayden Cabin
Constructed in 1920 by an early map maker of the Eastern Sierra, Emmett Hayden, the Hayden Cabin was once an angler’s retreat. Today it houses the many photographs, documents, artifacts, and stories of the old days. Experience historic Mammoth Lakes during a...
McGee Creek Pack Station
Horseback rides, mule rides, and pack trips into the High Sierra Nevada of California in the summer and throughout the Owens Valley in the winter.
Volcanic Tablelands
Rising 300-feet high for over 5-miles across the valley floor north of Bishop is Chalk Bluff. This scarp forms the cliff edge of the Volcanic Tablelands formed 760,000 years ago from a pyroclastic flow that cooled and hardened following a massive explosion that...
Lake Sabrina
Situated at over 9,000 feet above Bishop is lovely Lake Sabrina, pronounced “Suh-bry-na” by locals. Temperatures here in summer are 20-30 degrees lower than in the valley making it a perfect place for a half day summer outing. Take a hike along the trail that climbs...
Druid Stones
Two thousand feet above Bishop is a large collection of big monzonite boulders that is home to hundreds of boulder problems. It’s the cooler summer alternative to the Buttermilks with identical, high-quality climbing and all without the crowds. ...
Climbing Conditions Report
Updated 5/2/2024 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.
Mule Pack Stations and Equestrian Centers
Mule Pack Stations and Equestrian Centers are dotted across the Eastern Sierra region. These stations and centers serve as the backbone to adventures in the Eastern Sierra, preserving traditions and ensuring the unique character of this area remains accessible to all who seek it.
Uncommon Overnighters
Everything about Bishop and its big backyard creates memories. Its list of attractions reads like the ultimate bucket list vacation – the oldest trees in the world to the tallest peak in the lower 48. It’s no wonder many affectionately call it the “Land Of -Est!” While there are plenty of places to get a good night’s sleep, for those wanting accommodations out of the ordinary, you’re in luck! Here’s some of our favorite “uncommon overnighters” in the region.
Spring – A Hiker’s Paradise In Bishop
The sound of water trickling over polished granite boulders. The warmth of the sun against your face. And as far as the eye can see, a meadow filled with blooming wildflowers. Spring isn’t just a great time to visit. It’s magical! Make sure you start off on the right...Visual Guided Story Maps
Pick your path along these inspirational story maps that inform and inspire.
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