Bishop, CA

united states

Bishop is a small Eastern Sierra town that punches above its weight as the main supply hub for outdoor adventures in the Owens Valley. Highway 395 runs right through downtown, making it a natural stopping point between LA and Reno or when heading to Mammoth Lakes. The surrounding peaks create some of California's most dramatic scenery, with the Sierra Nevada rising abruptly from the valley floor. Every Memorial Day weekend, the town explodes with visitors for Mule Days, a unique celebration featuring actual mule competitions and Old West festivities.