Destination: Eastern Sierras
By Emily Zietlow, Contributing Writer
Fine dining, picturesque lodging and activities both relaxing and adventurous are enhanced by breathtaking views of California's Sierra Nevada Mountains.
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1849 Condominium Rentals
826 Lakeview Blvd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Fully-furnished condominiums with scenic views provide premium access to Mammoth's various recreational activities. -
Tamarack Lodge Resort
1 Twin Lakes Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Since 1924, resort has offered lodge rooms and rustic cabins, though recently, renovations have been made to offer more up-to-date amenities. -
Edelweiss Lodge
1872 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Old Mammoth, family-owned lodge built in 1950s offers private rooms and individual cabins.
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Convict Lake Resort
2000 Convict Lake Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Once the sight of a shootout between prison escapees and the posse pursuing them, lake resort features cabins, camping and fine dining. -
Double Eagle Resort & Spa
5587 Highway 158, June Lake, CA
Located in the bustling June Lake Loop, vacation spot offers guests relaxing, activity-filled getaways.
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Convict Lake Restaurant
2000 Convict Lake Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Indoor and outdoor seating at this country-French style restaurant overlook aspen trees and surrounding mountains. -
Erick Schat's Bakkery
763 N Main St, Bishop, CA
Travelers passing through Mammoth often stop at this popular destination seeking assorted breads and other sugary concoctions. -
Lakefront Restaurant
Twin Lakes Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Native French chef conjures up unique game dishes in restaurant with notable wine cellar and lake views. -
Alpenrose Sierra Grill
343 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Located in Mammoth's quieter section, restaurant serves up Alpine-European cuisine in mountain setting. -
Mono Inn
55620 US Hwy 395, Lee Vining, CA
Though Mono Lake doesn't sit under mountains or pine trees, this restaurant provides prime views of the lake during twilight hours.
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Mammoth Mountain
1 Minaret Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
Small town bustles when temperatures drop, as skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts flock to this winter playground for fresh-fallen snow. -
Lake Sabrina Campground
Hwy 168 W, Bishop, CA
Perched on Lake Sabrina, these grounds sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet and below the mountains of Bishop Pass. -
Bodie State Historic Park
Hwy 270, Bridgeport, CA
The State of California declared this deserted ghost town from the late 1800s a State Historic Park in 1978. -
Sierra Star Golf Course
2001 Sierra Star Pkwy, Mammoth Lakes, CA
The highest golf course in California provides 18 holes with stunning views of nearby mountain peaks. -
Little Lakes Valley
Rock Creek Lodge, Mammoth Lakes, CA
The trailhead above Rock Creek Lake takes hikers on a picturesque journey along mountain streams and alpine lakes.
