Eastern Sierras

The Complete Guide to 50 Stunning Day Hikes in the Eastern Sierra

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the tuolumne meadows campgrounds are beautiful

Along the historic Highway 395 lies an area with unlimited opportunities for experiences and adventures that will supply stories for a lifetime. Here, you will find the world’s oldest tree, a mountain beach, otherworldly tufa formations emerging from a lake, and numerous other geological wonders. Between these unique and natural attractions lie hundreds of miles … Read more The Complete Guide to 50 Stunning Day Hikes in the Eastern Sierra

21 Joyful Things to Do in June Lake, California

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Tucked away with the wonders of the historic Highway 395, June Lake is a delightful mountain town that resembles a postcard in real life. Residing at 7,600 feet of elevation, this High Sierra town offers abundant winter activities and is a vacation paradise during the summer. Under the shade of Mount Carson, June Lake is … Read more 21 Joyful Things to Do in June Lake, California

19 Breathtaking Things to Do in Bishop, California (+ Nearby!)

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street in bishop california

Bishop is a small, unassuming trail-town in Inyo County, nestled in the heart of the Owens Valley. While looking at the town through a tourist lens, the list of things to do in Bishop may not seem exceptional on the surface. With only a handful of restaurants and eateries, combined with an absence of thriving … Read more 19 Breathtaking Things to Do in Bishop, California (+ Nearby!)

Highway 395 Road Trip Itinerary: The Eastern Sierras in 17 Perfect Stops

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Tufa formations in Mono Lake looking like a castle in the water on a sunny day

If you think a Highway 395 road trip is no more than the byway to get you from Los Angeles to the ski slopes of Mammoth Mountain, think again!  This historical corridor has a bounty of unique and fascinating Eastern Sierra road trip stops along Highway 395 (less commonly known as US 395). From mountain … Read more Highway 395 Road Trip Itinerary: The Eastern Sierras in 17 Perfect Stops

10 Best Mammoth Lakes Hikes for All Hiking Levels

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Mammoth Lakes is a town in California’s Sierra Nevada, sitting pretty at an elevation of 7,880 feet. While the town itself is fairly small, with a population of around 9,000 people, the town can get crowded in the winter, as visitors flock from across the country (and even around the world) to ski at Mammoth … Read more 10 Best Mammoth Lakes Hikes for All Hiking Levels

7 Things to Do in California’s Alabama Hills: Movie Road, Hiking, Stargazing & More!

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a lone tree in the middle of the california alabama hills with views of the sierra nevada mountains and mt whitney behind the hills

California’s Alabama Hills is one of the most fascinating places in the Eastern Sierras and should be on any Highway 395 itinerary! Nestled in the shadows of the grandiose Mt Whitney, the Alabama Hills afford plenty of opportunity for adventure and exploration.  Whether you’re all about hiking and climbing or prefer to just chill in … Read more 7 Things to Do in California’s Alabama Hills: Movie Road, Hiking, Stargazing & More!