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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
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.
Check California Road Conditions (Hwy 395) | Check Nevada Road Conditions If you have hotel reservations, please take the time to check on Covid regulations, wildfire smoke conditions,highway conditions, webcams, Eastern Sierra avalanche forecasting, Bishop climbing ranger reports, Fred’s fly fishing report, closures, business hours and safety guidelines. Feel free to give us a call if we can help in your planning process.
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Blake Jones RESCHEDULED
The 2023 Blake Jones Trout Derby registration is now open for May 13th.
Where to Find Wildflowers?
We have prepared some easy and quick directions for you to find great wildflowers in Southern California’s deserts and mountains.
Proudly Shout Our Middle Name On Your Next Vacation – This IS Bishop
Out of anywhere in the world, Bishop might be the epicenter of soaking up all the seasons’ offerings to the fullest. The changing of the seasons isn’t a short bang like most other places. Rather, it’s like a well-orchestrated symphony. Starting slowly and lasting for months with a crescendo. The spring wildflower bloom starts in February and lasts until July. Similar to spring’s slow opening, fall foliage begins in early September and finishes in November.
Winter Is Bishop Big Backyard’s Choose Your Own Adventure Story
Do you remember “Choose Your Own Adventure” books? That’s what visiting Bishop is like in the winter. You are the leading character. And the choices you make in the morning and throughout the day will determine what kind of fun you'll have and the outcome. From skiing...
Bishop, California Has the Full Vacation Spectrum
From the peak of Mount Whitney to the depths of Death Valley—that’s how many options there are for things to do near Bishop, California. If that’s a bit extreme, here are a few more ideas: birding and fishing, cool rocks and hot springs, 4-wheel drive and all-star skies. Written by Visit USA Parks. Story also available in French and German.
Be An Informed Traveler – Get An Eye On The Weather, Road Conditions, & More
While Bishop sits at around 4,500 feet above sea level and rarely gets snowfall, it is surrounded by mountains on both sides. Even if you’re staying in town mid-summer, it’s a good idea to take a quick peek and see what’s going on up high. For a full list of webcams…
Mammoth Lakes Wins 2022 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award for “Best Ski Town”
Located only 45 minutes “up the hill” from Bishop, California, Mammoth Lakes is home to Mammoth Mountain and surrounded by the Eastern Sierra wilderness that Ansel Adams made famous. After four weeks of public voting, Mammoth Lakes came out on top, named the “Best Ski Town” of 2022.
Bishop. The Warm Winter Wonderland.
Bishop is an all-season wonderland. Each season has its own special look and feel that brings joy and offers experiences like nowhere else on earth. And winter … winter is a true, classic wonderland! Our town is warm and welcoming and our big backyard is wild and exciting.
Stop in Bishop. Stay in Bishop. Play in Bishop and in our big backyard.