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  • 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.  
• 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.  
• 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.  
• 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!  
  • 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.  
• 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 & Transportation
    New for Winter 2009/10 Fly to Mammoth from five cities!  
  • 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 information and Mono County filming permit application.  
• My Trip

Mono County Fall Colors

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Download the Eastern Sierra Fall Colors guide - click here.

Visit one of America's Best Fall Forests!
Rated #2 in the US for the best fall foliage viewing by GORP.com,Mono County and the Inyo National Forest offer brilliant fall colors from mid September through October.

BEST MONO COUNTY FALL COLOR VIEWING SPOTS:
Particularly good hot spots are the Lee Vining area near Mono Lake and Yosemite, Rock Creek south of Mammoth Lakes, Lundy Canyon, Convict Lake, and the June Lake Loop.

Fall Colors by Foot: One of the Sierra's sublime experiences is a multi-day trek into the John Muir or Ansel Adams Wildernesses; Rock Creek Canyon, brilliant in the fall, offers several routes up into the John Muir.

Fall Colors by Car: Tioga Pass (Route 120) climbs through dramatic and rugged Lee Vining Canyon, connecting the Great Basin landscapes with the high alpine meadows of Yosemite.