Snow and rain set the stage for magnificent waterfalls and vibrant wildflowers throughout the Eastern Sierra. In Mono County, waterfalls typically surge in early spring, which is usually when the wildflower season is just getting started (flowers tend to peak mid to late summer). If the timing is

April 12, 2024

As we shift from winter to spring in Mono County, it’s not always clear what roads, activities, and attractions are open or not. Conditions can quickly in the mountains and as such, we will update this blog periodically this spring - so please check back.

Winter 2023-2024 is

Welcome to the Eastern Sierra Spirits and Ale Trail, where the artistry of craft brewing and distilling intertwines with the rugged beauty of the Eastern Sierra, creating a sensory adventure like no other. A collaboration created in 2023, the Trail includes eight establishments from Bishop to

Don't let a little snow (or even a lot!) stop you from hiking and exploring Mono County’s trails during the winter months! Famous for exceptional skiing and snow sports, the county also offers plenty of opportunities for "walking in a winter wonderland," especially at lower elevations. Read below

Winter Fishing in Mono County

Trout-filled lakes, streams and rivers give Mono County the well-earned reputation as a freshwater angler's paradise. Even better news is that fishing is also available throughout the winter months!

From “Fishing Opener” (known locally as "Fishmas") on the last Saturday

Embrace the winter wonderland without the chill! While snow-covered landscapes and frosty adventures hold a unique charm, not everyone is eager to brave the cold. If you're in search of winter activities that don't involve bundling up in layers, you're in the right place. These snow-free experiences

Story by Katy Shipley

When I drive through Bridgeport, CA, and turn the corner toward the mountains, I am filled with excitement. This quaint little town, surrounded by green pastures and granite cliffs, is the northern gateway to the High Sierra. Bridgeport always brings a sense of nostalgia and is

Tucked deep in California’s Eastern Sierra mountains is a lesser-known winter recreationalist’s dream: the Bridgeport Winter Recreation Area.

A massive 7,254-acres of mountainous National Forest, the Bridgeport Winter Recreation Area (BWRA) is less than 2 hours from Reno, and about 20 minutes north

There's something magical about a cozy cabin in the snow - a peaceful retreat where all you really need is a warm fire and good company... and maybe that book you've been trying to finish, anything and everything flannel, and/or gear to play in the snow (although you don't need to do anything but

As the snowpack builds, so does the excitement for all of the fun winter activities to do in Mono County.

Here are projected opening dates (weather & conditions permitting) for many Mono County winter activities:

• Mammoth Mountain Ski Area (MMSA) - November 10, 2023
• High Sierra Snowcat & Yurt -