The Eastern Sierra's have been one of my favorite places to explore since moving back to California! About 4-6 hours drive from LA, it makes for a good weekend trip or extended vacation. Some of my favorite hikes and places to explore are highlighted below!
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Trail Distance: 1.7 miles
Elevation Gain: None
Terrain Rating: Very Easy
Hike Time: ~1 hour
Dog Friendly: Yes
Trail Distance: 5 miles
Elevation Gain: ~900'
Terrain Rating: Easy (Switchbacks)
Hike Time: ~3 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Trail Distance: 3 miles
Elevation Gain: ~700'
Terrain Rating: Easy Side of Moderate
Hike Time: 2 hours
Dog Friendly: Yes
Trail Distance: 7.2 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1,000'
Terrain Rating: Easy Side of Moderate
Hike In: 10:30AM
Hike Out: 1:30PM
Dog Friendly: Yes
Big Pine Lakes is a famous area near Big Pine, CA about 1 hour south of Bishop - and for good reason! The trail brings you to multiple jaw-dropping alpine lakes and because it's a there-and-back trail, you can turn around whenever you feel like it.
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