This review is for Little Lakes Valley To Gem Lakes which was a ~7.2 miles round trip that took…read more~4.5 hours to complete. Trail will take you to 6 different lakes (Mack, Marsh, Heart, Box, Long and Gem Lakes). With an optional detour to a 7th lake called Chickenfoot Lake (located after Long Lake). Trail was mostly a rocky incline towards Gem Lakes. There were some fall colors on the shrubs but not on the trees of this trail. Beware of altitude sickness! The worse symptom for us this time was shortness of breath. Decent sized parking area at the trailhead. However, it was almost full at sunrise. Restrooms are available within a short walk from the start of the trail. The drive towards the parking lot gets narrow and harder to fit two cars. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/lHZW-RvsUXk

LITTLE LAKES VALLEY TRAIL -…read more It's a very scenic and fun hike. If you're able, make sure you visit most of the lakes ( I think there are seven total). Reaching Long Lake (5th lake) is a good turnaround point for most people. Be prepared to get your feet wet as several portions of the trail were over a stream. TIPS: This trail is not ideal for those who have mobility issues. A lot of rocks, steps, gravel, and in some cases water and snow. Get to the parking lot by 8:30. The lot will fill up fast, and you'll have to drive down the road to find parking. There's a bathroom in the parking lot.

We had such a fun time at Crowley Lake! We've been here before with friends who have been coming…read morefor years, but this was only our second trip. We rented a pontoon boat, spent the day fishing, and had a great time. My husband caught 6 perch, which made his day! We also went over to check out the columns, and they were really cool to see. Renting the boat was super easy, and Vince was awesome. He helped us leave the dock and was there when we came back in. He made everything really simple. The little store has pretty much everything you might need too :) fishing poles, bait, shirts, hats, and other gear at good prices. Also there are restrooms in the back past the fish cleaning station that are clean! Overall, it was just an awesome day on the lake. We'll definitely be back next year :)

We came to watch the 4th of July fireworks. I knew it would be busy but didn't realize how busy…read more Piece of advice, get there early!! If you can, spend the day there. You can bring a camper, food and bbq. The lake is big and the area is beautiful. It's great for fireworks because there are no trees so no obstructions and no matter where you stand, you're going to get a good view. There are lots of little bugs, so beware. Also, it took 1 hour to leave the parking area. This was my only complaint. They need better organization, especially since they charge $30 per car.

+ Fun, beautiful place to kayak. We enjoyed the 4-person tandem pedal kayaking with Convict Lake…read moreResort Marina Rental. . Pedal kayaking is done with your feet, like bike riding, instead of with your arms. + CLRMR's 4-person pedal kayak raft is secure, reliable, and good quality. + Pleasant ambience. Aside from 1 or 2 other boats blasting music, it's almost like we had the whole lake to ourselves. . Life vests are under our seats, and optional. . No seat belts. . Lotta fishers here, - so gotta be careful not to pedal close to their lines. - 4 stinky, under-maintained restrooms (37°35'38.8"N 118°51'04.4"W). - Water spigot not working. + Free parking, - but very crowded.

I visit Convict Lake every year because it's just so beautiful! No wonder those escaped prisoners…read moreyears ago stayed here! You cannot resist such a beautiful lake with the mountain backdrop. Okay, the parking is terrible but if you're patient and parking lot pimpin', there will be an open spot for you! The water is freezing here in the summer but that is why I love it so much! I love being the 1 out of 3 people who swims here lol. If you want to fish here, I promise there's no fish here. We can never catch anything here! 10/10 will always visit again.

Wow!! Just got back from a two night backpacking trip. I stood at lake one and lake two and it…read moredidn't disappoint. This is my third time here and first time as an overnight. I got to explore, fish, swim, relax, and wake up to an amazing view. This hike is hard especially with a 35-40lb backpack. Plenty of tent site if you got a permit.

Stayed couple days in mid-May at the Upper Sage campground and did the hike to the first two lakes…read more Due to snow, it's where most people turned around. It was the perfect distance for a nice day hike, at about 10 miles. Nice reward of picturesque lakes at the end, and you turn around head back. I went down to touch the water, but some people went swimming in the ice cold water! This was a very popular trail and seemed like everyone brought their dogs. Out of maybe 20 parties with dogs, 1 actually had it on a leash. I would recommend starting this hike early so you can grab a parking spot at the trailhead and avoid the heat.

There is so much beauty in California, mixed with the unique geological wonders that make each park…read moreso diverse. My boyfriend told me about Hot Creek Ranch when we were planning out our trip to Mammoth Lakes and Bodie. This spot isn't too far out of the way for a detour, and you get to see these amazing natural hot springs that make this park so beautiful and unique. The color of one hot spring is a vibrant turquoise, and you can see the steam lifting off the pools. There's a short walk downhill to get to a better viewing area, so wear decent walking shoes for the walk back up. It's dry, so the path is dusty and slippery with loose gravel and rock. Labor Day tends to draw a bigger crowd but you can still get some decent pictures in. Plenty of opportunities for photos near the top as well that have the valley in the background. Also at the top, there are several cliffs with steep drops, so watch your step. I would definitely recommend this spot if you're looking for a chill, photogenic park for site-seeing. Roads can get confusing if you've never been before; take a map!

Just got back. Fishing is not what it used to be. Not a lot of big fish left. if you like…read morefishing for 6" fish, it's ok. if you go bring 2-3 wt rods, leave the 4 and 5 wt rods at home. Cabins are nice, and the grounds are in good shape. the caretaker is a little unfriendly at times. The people I met there, had been coming for years, so it was more of a tradition for them. They were hoping to catch a small fish, just so they didn't get skunked. Don't waste your money. The calendar on the web site shows that everything is filled up, but it was only 50% full.

I just returned from a weekend of fly-fishing lessons with David and I cannot say enough good…read morethings about him and the overall experience that we had. Fly-fishing was something I'd been wanting to do for decades and our weekend of lessons/guiding by David resulted in an amazing positive experience for us. David's passion for fly fishing and for the elements that compose the environment where we fished were greatly appreciated. David is not only extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of fly-fishing, but when he learned we have an appreciation of the local environment there too, he gladly shared lots of his knowledge with us. This included the environment and life cycle of the various species of trout where we fished and their food source, trout fishing up in the high country, the many various types of birds and other wildlife in the environment, some ranching history, etc. His local knowledge of where to fish in the Bishop area was on point. Both days we were at nearby locations that were easy to get to and extremely scenic, but with virtually no other fishermen or other people around. David's enthusiasm for fly-fishing was evident from the beginning. We got us geared up and on the water quickly, and his teaching was mostly hands-on with just a few minutes of coaching before we got our lines in the water, then further coaching from there as we progressed. Before long we were catching beautiful and healthy trout. When we'd hook up David was right there to guide us on how to keep the fish on and safely land and release it. As our skills and comfort on the water increased David would introduce new techniques to us and guide us to other close-by spots to wade into and fish. We caught numerous trout of various species both days. He provided all the fishing-related gear to us and everything worked flawlessly. We had minimal snags and lost flies, and when we did he was on it quickly to get us back fishing. His stoke for fly-fishing and the Sierra is contagious and I plan on getting out there again with him. I highly recommend Sierra Trout Magnet!

Another great trout fishing experience in Lower Owens with Dave! He knows all the right spots and…read moreprovides expert guidance throughout the trip. Highly recommended for beginners, a refresher, and advanced anglers alike, #GOAT! Thank you, Dave!

We absolutely loved our fly fishing guide, Cameron Shinto! He made our fishing experience a true…read morebucket-list dream come true. Cameron has such an easygoing demeanor, while also bringing incredible knowledge, skill, and experience to every part of the day. His techniques, clear explanations, and teaching style worked perfectly for both Lisa and me, even though we have different learning styles. He was patient, encouraging, and made the entire experience fun. And most importantly--we both caught fish! Cameron truly knows the water and, like a hunter, seemed to know exactly where the fish were hiding. We couldn't have asked for a better guide or a more memorable fly fishing experience!

Great one stop place for all your fishing & skiing needs! As a fisherman, I always appreciate their…read morewell stocked inventory and local knowledge of the fishing conditions! Staff is always friendly and helpful.

Rainbow Falls is a must do if you're in the area! We also stopped at Devils Postpile, and it was…read moredefinitely worth seeing while you're there :) Make sure to bring plenty of water, wear comfortable shoes, and be ready for the hike down to the actual waterfall once you get to the top, you'll go down to the actual water. The hike back up is a bit of a workout, but it's 100% worth it. The views are beautiful! The water is chilly, but we got getting in. Such a fun experience, and one of our favorite stops on the trip!

Pro tip: Take the shuttle (approximately $15 per person round-trip). You take it from the Main…read moreLodge and they run every 20-30mins from 7amish to 730pmish (as of Aug 2025). You want to get off at Red's Meadow and hike to the falls. It's easy-easy/moderate and is the shortest distance to the falls. Do not take it from Devil's Postpile because it will add 1.5 miles of open sun hike to the falls. Once there, reward yourself with glass of wine and lunch. The water is cool to cold (depending on the time of year) and refreshing. Highly recommended

Great customer service. They take you in like family and if they dont have it in the store, they…read moreknow where to get it to take care of your needs. I only have occasional needs for some of these items, but this family owned company was recommended and I will keep coming back here when the need arises. Thank you so much for the great purchase experience with Eastside Sports all the way from Northern California!! Your prices are valuable and delivery efficient. Keep up the great work!

Although they did not have what I was looking for on this trip (an item I forgot to bring), the…read morestaff was very helpful, suggesting possible other stores that might have the item, and even providing directions.

Since there is no review page found for the store, I had to create one…read more The people who work there are amazing. They are very helpful! I still wear a mask, during these days, only 1% of the population is still wearing masks, and yet I do not feel any ingenuity or dis-service when I come here. They sell live bait and the necessary fishing tackle to catch those trouts in nearby lakes. They give great advice for the timing of the year too. They also have a cleaning station outside, but be warned, during those freezing months, their water line freezes over, meaning that the cleaning station is closed and you would have to do somewhere else. Their prices are very reasonable too! And they accept credit card.