- Places to See
- Rock Creek
Cascading from a high alpine valley, Rock Creek is a favorite spot for outdoor recreation. - Crowley Lake / McGee Creek
Fishing, boat rentals, and seasonal watersports. Colorful wildflowers and dramatic views. - Convict Lake
Escape to Convict Lake for fishing, horseback riding, hiking, camping and fine dining. - Old Benton / Hot Creek
Soak in natural hot springs that have been frequented by Benton visitor's for centuries. - Mammoth Lakes
Bring a mammoth sized appetite for year-round recreation and adventure. - June Lake
Tucked away at the base of Carson Peak, the scenic June Lake Loop is a mountain hideaway. - Lee Vining
The gateway to Yosemite National Park and Mono Lake, Lee Vining is an ideal base camp. - Yosemite
Mono County is the east gateway to Yosemite National Park through spectacular Tioga Pass. - Mono Lake
One of the oldest lakes in the western hemisphere, Mono Lake is hauntingly beautiful. - Bodie
California's official gold mining ghost town, Bodie was once the wildest town in the West. - Bridgeport
Historic Bridgeport is the gateway to many High Sierra canyons, peaks, lakes and streams. - Topaz/Coleville/Walker
Northern Mono County's trio of towns is the start of the Eastern Sierra Scenic by-way.
- Rock Creek
- Lodging
- Bed & Breakfasts
Our B&B’s offer Victorian charm or lodge style accommodations. - Cabins & Chalets
From rustic to ostentatious, you’ll find the perfect mountain retreat. - Campgrounds
Choose from hundreds of scenic camp sites in two National Forests. - Condominiums
Looking for a “Ski Condo?” We got ‘em. - Hotels & Motels
Your choice of full-service hotels to economical motels. - Lodges & Inns
Cozy, with lots of character best describe our Lodges and Inns. - RV Parks
Hook up at just the right spot with dozens of RV Parks to choose from. - Resorts
We offer rustic fishing retreats to full-service resort spas.
- Bed & Breakfasts
- Things to Do
- Summer Activities
A summer recreation paradise, Mono County is the place for outdoor adventures. - Winter Activities
World class skiing and snowboarding on Mammoth and June Mountain. - Events
Music festivals, fishing tournaments, bike races, art shows, and much more! - Dining
We’re known for authentic places that drip with character and flavor. - Shopping
You’ll find everything from tackle shops to Eastern Sierra-inspired art galleries. - Arts & Culture
A lively arts & cultural scene, inspired by the beauty and history of the Eastern Sierra. - Spas
Relax and revive at a full service luxury spa, or a quiet day spa retreat. - Scenic Drives / Tours
It's all about the drive in Mono County. US 395 is one of America's most beautiful roads. - Photography
Ansel Adams took some of his most famous pictures here. So can you. - Fall Colors
Rated #2 in the US for the best fall foliage viewing by the GORP.com.
- Summer Activities
- Fishing
- Where to Fish
A listing of the best places to fish and what you can expect to catch! - Fishing & Stocking Reports
The latest fishing & stocking reports for Mono County lakes, rivers and marinas - Guide Services
Take advantage of local fishing knowledge and expertise, hire a guide! - 2012 Fishing Events
Season-long tournaments, weekend derbies, festivals, events for kids and more! - Marinas & Boat Rentals
Bring your boat or rent one of ours. - Tackle Shops
Offering fishing gear, bait, tackle, and some helpful tips! - Fishing Rules & Regulations
Get the most out of your fishing trip, know the rules and regs. - Conway Ranch Fishing
Home to the legendary Alpers Trout, this is some of the best fishing in the Sierra!
- Where to Fish
- Visitor Info
- Request Information
FREE guides to help plan your trip to Mono County. - Area Maps
Click to download a map of Mono County. - Directions by Land and Air
Year-round Air Service: Daily Flights to Mammoth All Year Long! - Weather
Current weather and road conditions in Mono County.
- Visitor Centers
Start your visit at one of Mono County’s friendly Visitor Centers or Ranger Stations. - Chambers of Commerce
Five active Chambers of Commerce operate in Mono County. - Press Room
Latest news releases, story ideas, and Mono County facts. - Photo/Video Tour
Take a virtual tour of Mono County! Send a virtual postcard to a friend!
- Tourism/Film Commission - Contact Us!
Contact information and Mono County filming permit application.
- Request Information
- My Trip
Blog
Ride with the wild mustangs - yes, you!
Posted By: Mono County
Posted On: May 16, 2012 11:22 AM
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This weekend is the kickoff to the Wild Mustang pack trip rides in the Eastern Sierra.
Need a good campfire tale? While everyone else is fishing Crowley Lake or skiing the last weeks of snow at Mammoth Mountain, this less-traveled adventure will be the talk of the party around the campfire or the hot spring.
The trips are guided and run through May and June. Many don't know that the Eastern Sierra has wild mustang herds that roam the sagebrush and run free through the sunny high desert meadows. With Rock Creek Pack Station and June Lake's Frontier Pack Train horseback riding trips you can saddle up for two days.
May 19-22 (Rock Creek and June Lake)
May 26-29 (Rock Creek and June Lake)
May 31-June 3 (June Lake)
June 2-5 (Rock Creek)
June 6-8 (June Lake)
June 9-12 (Rock Creek)
Posted By: Mono County
Posted On: April 30, 2012 5:35 PM
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"Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park, one of America's most beautiful
mountain highways, is likely to open this week over 9,943-foot Tioga
Pass," reports Tom Stienstra, one of the world's most in-tune journalists covering Yosemite and the San Francisco Chronicle's outdoors writer.
His speculation comes just two days after "Yosemite's back door" opened to bicycle traffic on April 28, 2012.
Vehicles are not yet permitted to drive this road into Yosemite National Park until a further announcement. Road work, repairs and rock removal are just a few of the things that still need to be done.
Tioga Pass Updates: NPS.gov/yose/planyourvisit/tioga.htm.
Posted By: Mono County
Posted On: April 23, 2012 6:34 PM
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Monica Prelle is the camping expert on About.com. She's also an Eastern Sierra year-round resident! (I know, dream job, right!?)
Monica knows everything about camping -- not just California camping, but all over the country.
Our Picks: We love her "Camping Recipes" page -- http://camping.about.com/od/campingrecipes/u/camping-recipes.htm And you'll probably want to bookmark the "Camping Tips" too -- http://camping.about.com/od/campingadviceandtips/u/camping-tips.htm
Says Monica:
Although my camping habit began as an inexpensive way to travel, it eventually unfolded into a passion for experiencing new places and environments. I love the outdoors—the scenery of a rugged landscape, the scents and sounds of nature and the adventures that transpire in the wild. Whether you are first-time camper or a seasoned outdoorsman, it’s time to start planning your next camping excursion!
You can connect with Monica on Twitter and like About Camping on Facebook. Or send her an e-mail at camping.guide@about.com.
Fishing Season Opener April 28 - 5 Things to Know
Posted By: Mono County
Posted On: April 18, 2012 12:33 PM
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Mono County Fishing Season Opener April 28, 2012:
5 Things to Know about fishing Mammoth Lakes, June Lake, Crowley Lake, Convict Lake, Bridgeport and all the rest!
1. LICENSE! Did you know you can renew your California Fishing License online this year? Follow this link to renew before fishing season opens on April 28th. http://www.dfg.ca.gov/licensing/ols/
2. NEW WEB SITE! EasternSierraFishing.org is a new web site that you'll want to check with throughout fishing season. Run by the local businesses and bureaus who support the sport, it features ways to save on lodging, raffles and event info.
3. PARTY TIME! Saturday, April 28 is Fishing Season Opening Day, but the party starts Friday night at Village at Mammoth. Drop by for live music, BBQ, beer from Mammoth Brewing Co., vendors, kids activities and more. Visit Tom's Place Annual Fishmas Celebration on Saturday.