A Journey Through the Scenic Owens

Exploring the Scenic Owens Valley

Stop 1: Exploring The Alabama Hills The Alabama Hills are a favorite destination we love to explore and we use it as a base camp for...

Exploring the Alabama Hills

Traveling north from San Diego on U.S. 395 through Owens Valley is a favorite pastime of ours. We often make a stop in the Alabama Hills,...

The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest

The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, a protected area in the White Mountains, is located just east of the Owens Valley and can be...

Searching for Sky Rock Petroglyphs

The Sky Rock Petroglyphs are a set of ancient carvings etched onto a large boulder that faces the sky, earning them their name. They are...

Mono Lake Tufa Towers

The tufa towers at Mono Lake stand as majestic and otherworldly formations, offering a glimpse into the fascinating geological history of...

Fall Color and Snow at North Lake

On our trip, we stayed at Cardinal Village Resort in the tiny community of Aspendell, located 16.5 miles up Highway 168 from Bishop,...