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Art & PhotographyRelax

2 Days. 2 Nights. 20 Iconic Images.

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BikingRock ClimbingTrail Running

Choose Your Own Adventure

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Community

The 7 Wonders of the High Sierra

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Natural HistoryOutdoor Attractions

California’s Bristlecone Pines, The Oldest Living Things on Earth

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Kids & Families

How to Beat the Heat in Bishop

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Small Town, Big Backyard: 6 Reasons Why Bishop is a Must-Visit Destination for Outdoor Lovers

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History & Museums

8 Incredible Adventures Between Death Valley and Yosemite National Parks

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Hiking & BackpackingHistory & MuseumsKids & Families

48 Hours of Adventure in Bishop

A serene mountain lake with clear water and scattered logs in the foreground. Majestic, rocky mountain peaks loom under a partly cloudy blue sky. Dense forest lines the shore, merging with the verdant grass and rugged terrain around the lake near Bishop, California. visit bishop

Hiking & Backpacking

8 of the Best Hikes Near Bishop