EASTERN SIERRA HISTORY • CULTURE • ADVENTURES

BLOG & STORIES

Apr 20, 2025

The Lost Mining Towns of the Owens Valley

Deep in the Eastern Sierra, forgotten settlements tell tales of gold rush dreams and harsh desert reality. From Cerro Gordo to Bodie, these ghost towns hold incredible stories.

HISTORY

Apr 15, 2025

Bishop Creek: A History of Water and Power

How the waters of Bishop Creek shaped the destiny of an entire valley and a distant city. The story of the LA aqueduct and the people it displaced.

WILDLIFE

Apr 10, 2025

Wildlife of the 395: Sierra Marmots to Mule Deer

A guide to the incredible wildlife you'll encounter along the Highway 395 corridor, from yellow-bellied marmots to soaring golden eagles.

Manzanar Remembered: Stories of Resilience

HISTORY

Apr 5, 2025

Manzanar Remembered: Stories of Resilience

The story of Manzanar internment camp and the Japanese American families who endured, and the legacy they left behind.

PEOPLE

Mar 28, 2025

The Paiute People: Keepers of the Land

Exploring the rich heritage and continuing traditions of the Paiute people who have called the Owens Valley home for thousands of years.

ROAD TRIPS

Mar 20, 2025

The Ultimate 395 Road Trip Guide

From Mojave to Mono Lake — every stop, every view, every hidden gem along California's most scenic highway.

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