Bishop

Bishop, California, United States

Winter weather in Bishop is unpredictable, however, an easy hike is always possible. Bishop gets lots of sun in the winter, making it a great place to be. Even if the mountains and foothills are covered in feet of snow, or just getting a dusting, there are many wonderful easy hiking trails at the lower elevations to satisfy even the most intrepid hiker.

Bishop

Bishop, California, United States

Along the floor of the Owens Valley you will find the Owens River. It has an extensive network of tracks, roads and trails that meander alongside the river, and its adjacent canals. Perfect for a scenic walk.

Bishop

Bishop, California, United States

Wide open trails along the valley floor make for amazing views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, to the west, and the White Mountains, to the east.

Mesa, CA

This easy paved walk is perfect for folks of all abilities and accessibility levels. The canyon walls rise several hundred feet above the canyon floor and on calm days the water is mirror-like.

Mesa, CA

The road alongside the east shore of the reservoir is closed to vehicle traffic and it’s a great place for a midday winter walk.

Movie Flat Rd
Lone Pine, CA

If you are up for a little day trip, and a beautiful drive south along 395, then consider this hike. Situated just west of Lone Pine in the Alabama Hills, 60 miles south of Bishop, the Mobius Arch trail has a unique feature that sets it apart from any other in the region.

Lone Pine, CA

This beautiful, one-mile loop trail is a combination of easy to moderate hiking with some steep sections and a couple of large stone steps. The destination is worth it!! The Mobius Arch forms a frame for the Sierra Nevada Mountains, including Mt. Whitney.