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Exploring Bishop, California: Adventure, Eats, Shopping & Stays
I’ve passed through Bishop dozens of times in my life. Anytime we travel to June Lake, Mammoth or Lake Tahoe, it’s a must-stop at town where we can refuel ourselves along with our vehicle. But I recently stayed in Bishop for a couple of nights so that we could hike the Big Pine Lakes Trail, and we had so much fun thoroughly exploring the town. There are many things to do in Bishop, CA that are worth mentioning. Nestled beside the majestic Sierra Nevada, Bishop is one of the Eastern Sierra’s most flourishing small towns. Whether you’re trekking high trails, chasing bouldering problems, or savouring her famous bakery—Bishop offers a…
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Big Pine Lakes: A Must-Do Hike in California
I first stumbled upon pictures of the Big Pine Lakes hike right after returning from hiking in Glacier National Park last summer. I have lived in California for my entire life and still had no idea that beautiful glacier lakes like this existed here. I knew I needed to hike this trail, and 11 months later, I made it happen. If you’re looking for a hike that will make you feel like you’ve stepped straight into a screensaver, the Big Pine Lakes Trail in the Eastern Sierra Nevadas is one for the bucket list. This is not your average forest loop or hillside stroll — this trail takes you through…
