Cielo Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
At Cielo Hotel Bishop-Mammoth, Ascend Hotel Collection®, you’ll be at just the right spot to enjoy the beauty of California’s eastern Sierra Nevada region. The area around our hotel offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure – whether...
Bishop Fly Fishing Report
Updated 4/23/2024 Fishmas is upon us! 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.
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
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.
Eastsider Spotlight: Mike McDermott
Michael McDermott; a Cerro Gordo of psych and skill behind the lens. This collaboration has infused two synergistic aspects of the project – photography quality and stylistic diversity, and involvement of local runners – with an infectious energy. Read on.
Ski Movie Night
Get Stoked for Winter! HSMS All Mountain Team Movie & Dinner Fundraiser THE MOVIE & THE RAFFLE: Wednesday, November 29th the Home Street Middle School Ski and Snowboard All Mountain Team will be hosting a movie night at The Bishop Twin Theater. Great Raffle...
Sierra Wave
California’s heartbeat is intertwined with the Pacific Ocean. From its iconic surf culture to its climate, it weaves itself into everything. Despite Bishop and the Eastern Sierra being hundreds of miles from the coast, it too is affected by it. And you’ll see it in its weather and seasons including the “Sierra Wave.”
Mt. Williamson Motel and Base Camp
The Mt. Williamson Motel and Base camp offers updated, relaxing, and affordable accommodation with panoramic views of the Eastern Sierra. We are located on highway 395 in Independence California, halfway between Death Valley and Yosemite. We stand as a gateway to...Bishop Creek Canyon
Bishop Creek Canyon Top Photo: Josh Kizziar Year-round Playground Bishop Creek Canyon is one of the biggest and best playgrounds in our beautiful big backyard. Situated about 20-miles west of Bishop along CA-168 W., it is a magnificent area of about 30-square-miles in...Wildlife in the Eastern Sierra
Wildlife in the Eastern Sierra Where is the wildlife? We’re glad you asked. We created this page to give you some guidance on where you may find, watch, and photograph wildlife in the Eastern Sierra. Did you know, according to the California Department of Fish and...
Soft Adventures in Bishop
Think of it as the opportunity to experience the Eastern Sierra in a new light without putting yourself at risk or having to learn an entire set of skills to do it. Explore somewhere new while feeling invigorated and transformed by memorable experiences. Here’s a small sampling of soft adventures to be had in Bishop.
6 Things To Do In Bishop With Kids
Family vacations are about relaxing as well as creating memories of fun times. When it comes to a destination to visit, there might be none more suited for an affordable outdoorsy family getaway than Bishop and its big backyard. To help plan your trip, here’s 6 things...
Sunshine And Summer Vibes – How To Make Your Visit To Bishop Awesome
Every season in Bishop provides unique opportunities on how to enjoy its big backyard. Autumn provides the longest fall color show in North America. In winter, you’ll spend your time playing in the warm sunshine and on its boulders. Spring is about experiencing...
Eastern Sierra – A Heavenly Destination For Road Cycling
From a leisurely pedal with jaw-dropping views to sufferfest climbs you’d see in the Tour de France, Bishop is arguably home to some of the best road cycling outside of Europe. Instead of dismantling your bike and shipping it to the Alps, take in the Eastern Sierra.
July 4th in the Eastern Sierra
From the city of Independence to the town of Mammoth Lakes, with Bishop midway between you’ll find pancake breakfasts, parades, free fishing, free swimming, train rides, a running race, baseball, volleyball, bocce, free watermelon, pie and ice cream, arts and crafts fairs, and of course fireworks – lots and lots of fireworks!
A Gift For A Dad That Wants Nothing – Father’s Day Trip Ideas In Bishop
I still remember growing up my Dad saying the same thing over and over and over – “I don’t want anything for Father’s Day.” And do you know what’s the best gift I ever got him? An experience! Instead of buying him something that will collect dust, create a memory that...
Be In The Know Before You Go – Stop By Bishop Chamber First
For visitors attempting to traverse the mighty Sierra, be aware that many of the mountain passes (including those from Yosemite National Park) are closed from the 1st snowfall until the snow melts. This means many of the passes may not open until June or even July.
The Scoop On Fly Fishing The Owens River
Even with such high volume of fish flowing through the Owens river, this body of water is known for providing a challenge without the proper knowledge. We recommend checking out our Bishop Fishing Report which is updated weekly.
Wildflowers in the Eastern Sierra
Plan your Eastern Sierra wildflower viewing trip now.
Bishop Paiute Tribe’s Annual Earth Day
Bishop Paiute Tribe’s Earth Day Celebration and Spring Market.
Self-Guided Tour
Regardless if you’re an adrenaline junkie, a history buff, or just a nature lover, Bishop and the Eastern Sierra has something for you. Take yourselves on this journey of E.S.T. – the highest, lowest, hottest, oldest, saltiest, rockiest, earliest, purest, strangest, loneliest, and wildest 555-Mile Road Trip of the Eastern Sierra.
Trail Running
Bishop, California is trail-running heaven. Welcome to our comprehensive trail running page. If you’re looking for new terrain and to get out into natural landscapes, you’ve come to the right place. Our big backyard is diverse and pristine. It offers a vast array of trail- and mountain-running options all year.
Visual Guided Story Maps
Pick your path along these inspirational story maps that inform and inspire.
FREE INFORMATION GUIDE
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