HIKING IN INYO COUNTY
From desert canyons and alpine lakes to iconic summit routes and quiet creekside trails, hiking in Inyo County offers access to some of California’s most unforgettable landscapes. Explore trails across the Eastern Sierra and Death Valley, from Bishop and Big Pine to Lone Pine and beyond, and help keep them wild by following Leave No Trace principles wherever you roam.
Where to HIKE in Inyo County
DEATH VALLEY
From colorful canyons and desert peaks to salt flats and spring-fed oases, Death Valley offers hiking unlike anywhere else in California.
LONE PINE
Home to the Alabama Hills, Whitney Portal, and some of the Sierra’s most iconic trailheads, Lone Pine is a gateway to desert hikes and high-alpine adventures.
INDIE & BIG PINE
From quiet canyon trails and alpine lakes to challenging Eastern Sierra climbs, Independence and Big Pine offer some of Inyo County’s most rewarding hiking terrain.
BISHOP
With everything from creekside walks and aspen-lined trails to alpine lakes and high-country passes, Bishop offers hiking for every season and skill level.
HIKING Guides
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Bishop | Hike | Inyo County | Recreation
Hiking in Bishop: POPULAR HIKING TRAILS
Bishop is one of the premier hiking destinations in the Eastern Sierra, offering everything from easy creekside walks to challenging…
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Big Pine | Hike | Independence | Inyo County | Recreation
Big Pine & Independence Hiking | Best Eastern Sierra Trails
Big Pine Big Pine Lakes Trail The area’s signature hike climbs alongside Big Pine Creek to a chain of brilliant…
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Climb | Hike | Recreation
Eastern Sierra Mountain Guide Services
From Mount Whitney mountaineering routes to backcountry ski terrain, alpine climbing, rock climbing, hiking, and Eastern Sierra wilderness travel, Inyo…
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Protect Inyo County’s high-desert and mountain landscapes by recreating responsibly and following Leave No Trace principles. Learn where you can and can’t camp, how to minimize your impact, and what to know before heading into remote areas.
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