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Government. About Inyo County. Welcome to the adventure capital of the world! Inyo County is a land of magnificent natural diversity. Mount Whitney is the highest peak in the lower 48 states. Death Valley is the lowest point in the U.S., and the Great Basin bristlecone pines are the oldest life forms in the world.
About Inyo County. History. Inyo County was established on March 22, 1866 -- formed out of the territory of the unorganized Coso County, which had been created on April 4, 1864 from parts of Mono and Tulare Counties. It acquired more territory from Mono County in 1870 and Kern County and San Bernardino County in 1872.
Inyo County is “The Other Side of California,” a vast expanse along the eastern edge of California that covers 10,000 square miles (16,000 sq. Km), an area greater than six U.S. states (VT, NH, NJ, CT, DL and RI). Inyo County is a land of extremes.
Inyo County. Where desert and mountains meet, Inyo County beckons outdoor explorers, history buffs, and fans of topographical extremes. In this far-eastern California county, you don’t have to choose between golden desert washes and sky-scraping alpine peaks.
Visitors. Inyo County offers something for everyone, from the outdoor enthusiast to the person who loves to just take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Covering 10,140 sq. miles and proudly featuring both the highest and lowest elevations in the state.
Inyo County Visitor Guide. To view or download, click here. To visit the Inyo County Visitor site, click here.
Inyo County Visitor Guide – 12th Edition Inyo County Explore such natural wonders as Death Valley National Park, the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, the Palisade Glacier, Mt. Whitney, Rock Creek Canyon, the High Sierra.
