California’s Great Beyond

Fall in Mono County is a season of gold aspens, crisp mountain air, and some of the most breathtaking running terrain in the country — figuratively, of course but once you hit that first climb, quite literally too. This year, three signature races invite you to lace up and take in the Eastern Sierra

There’s nothing quite like fall in the Eastern Sierra. As the summer crowds drift away and the mountain air turns crisp, Mono County comes alive with shimmering golden aspens, breathtaking scenery, and endless opportunities to explore. The leaves haven't started their colorful transformation just

Fall Events

Thursday, August 6, 2026

September

The Mono Lake Committee offers Field Seminars all year long with wide array of topics. September and October are especially good months to participate – crisp mornings and fall colors make the outings extra enjoyable. Fire ecology, geology, fall colors, arborglyphs are just a few of the


eastern sierra spirits and ale trail logo

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

Memorial Day Weekend

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

It's Official! Adventure is Here!

Memorial Day weekend is one of the most exciting times to visit Mono County. Waterfalls are roaring, wildflowers are beginning to bloom, high mountain passes are reopening, and communities across the Eastern Sierra are packed with events and outdoor adventure.

Spring Update and Current Conditions

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Updated June 16, 2026

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 change quickly in the mountains and as such, we will update this blog periodically this spring to help you best navigate your visit,

Get ready to cast your lines!

Mountain Manners

Monday, March 23, 2026

Mountain Manners Matter

“World doesn’t change because we mean well, world changes when we behave well.” This quote by neuroscientist and author Abhijit Naskar is a powerful reminder that good intentions mean nothing without action. It applies to really everything in life – including our behavior in

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

Projected opening dates (weather & conditions permitting) for many Mono County winter activities:

November