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- Things to Do in Bishop CA
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1. Stroll Downtown Bishop
Bishop is the largest town in the Owens Valley. It has a charming downtown that invites strolling. You’ll see some historic buildings and Old West facades as you walk, as well as some stunning murals. If you want to take home some souvenirs or gifts, you’ll find lots of independent stores to browse. You’ll also find several stores selling sporting goods, outdoor apparel, and fishing supplies. Spellbinder Books makes for a great browse, and is also home to the Pupfish Cafe, where you can sit d...
2. Visit a Bakery (or Two!) in Downtown Bishop
If you love baked treats, you’ll be thrilled to read that Bishop boasts not one, but two super popular and highly regarded bakeries! Both bakeries are located in downtown Bishop. Either is a great choice for breakfast or lunch to go. When we visit Bishop, we pop into one or the other at least once or twice each day. Erick Schat’s Bakkeryhas been serving Bishop since 1938, and is known for its sheepherder bread. The bread recipe was brought to the valley by Basque shepherds during the days of...
3. Go Bouldering at the Buttermilk Boulders
If you climb, you probably know about the Buttermilks already. Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada a few miles outside the town of Bishop, the scenic climbing area is popular with all levels of climbers from all over the world. The Buttermilk glacial erratic boulders look like giant marbles, strewn about the area by a giant hand. Even if you do not climb (we don’t!) it is worthwhile driving out, to gaze in awe at the massive boulders and to watch climbers in action. There are lots of dir...
While there is plenty to keep you engaged in and around the town of Bishop, the beauty of the Eastern Sierra extends to the north and south as well. Bishop makes a great base from which to explore further out. South of Bishop, visit Lone Pine, where you can visit the Lone Pine Film History Museum, snap photos of the colorful neon signs in town at n...
Mammoth Yosemite Airport, just under 40 miles away from the town of Bishop, is the nearest airport, with limited flight service, some of it seasonal (winter). Bishop is located off US Highway 395, and most visitors arrive in Bishop by road. The drive on US 395 from LA (or Palm Springs) and points south via Alabama Hills is beautiful, as is the driv...
You will need your own wheels to explore the region. If you plan to do a lot of driving on dirt roads, rent a 4WD SUV for your trip to Bishop. The road to the columns at Crowley Lake, for example, definitely requires a 4WD. In the fall, if you want to check out colors on backcountry dirt roads, you will need a 4WD. That said, we did our trip to Bis...
Hotels in Bishop, CA
The Creekside Inn is conveniently located close to shopping and dining. The hotel offers a creekside patio with views of the surrounding mountains. The outdoor swimming pool and hot tub are seasonal. Rooms are spacious and beds rated super comfy. Some rooms have balconies overlooking the creek. Book a stay here! The Cielo Hotel Bishop-Mammoth offers spacious rooms, comfortably furnished. The hotel is centrally located, and has a garden and barbecue facilities, as well as a terrace from which...
Vacation Rentals in Bishop, CA
This cozy cottage is perfect for a couple. Located close to roads but in a tranquil setting, the cottage has one bedroom and is beautifully furnished. You’ll love all the little touches and the well-stocked pantry. There is a fenced yard with a barbecue. Book a stay here! This spacious home is well-appointed and has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. With 1,250 square feet of space and a full kitchen, the home is perfect for a family or two couples. The home is located in downtown Bishop, with a...
Campgrounds in Bishop, CA
Bishop also has lots of campgrounds and RV parks. Some campgrounds are run by Inyo County, while others are privately owned. The Bishop Region is a great place to camp: some of the campgrounds we came across on our trip had such gorgeous settings that camping here is on our bucket list! If you do not have an RV, check out Outdoorsyto rent one for your trip. Brown’s Town Campgroundis located just a mile south of town. It is a privately-owned and well-reviewed resort style campground with beaut...
If you enjoy baked treats, you’ll be thrilled to read that Bishop boasts not one, but two super popular and highly regarded bakeries! Either is a great choice for breakfast or lunch to go. When we visit Bishop, we pop into one or the other at least once or twice each day. Erick Schat’s Bakkeryhas been serving Bishop since 1938, and is known for its...
Bishop is a year-round destination. While winter finds Bishop popular with skiers and other winter-sport enthusiasts, you can go mountain climbing, bouldering, hiking, fishing, and backcountry camping around Bishop when the snow is gone. Fall is a fabulous time to visit Bishop: the area is considered one of the top places for fall colors in the Eas...
The Bishop skyline is the iconic ridgeline North of the Palisades that rises dramatically almost 10,000 feet above the Owens Valley desert and contains the highest extent and concentration of big and high-quality steep couloirs in the range.
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- 312 North Main St Bishop, CA 93514
