Eastern Sierras

Cody Townsend, Tommy Caldwell, and Bjarne Salén Complete Bold Winter Traverse of California’s Highest Peaks

The Sierra Nevada contain some of the highest peaks in North America. Outside of Colorado, Washington and California are the only states in the lower 48 that have any summits over 14,000 feet. The Eastern Sierra is home to Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48, as well as a host of other equally imposing mountains. A summit […]
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Best Ski Towns in North America to Visit if You’re Not Skiing or Snowboarding

Ski towns across North America offer a large variety of activities off the slopes. From fine dining and nightlife to spas, festivals, and art galleries, and everything in between, both the U.S. and Canada’s ski towns offer a little something for everyone. Some towns, however, pull well above their weight in off-slope activities year-round. From coast to coast, the continent […]
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Yosemite National Park, CA, Announces Reopening of Tuolumne Meadows Campground Following Major Rehabilitation Project

Tuolumne Meadows campground. | Photo: NPS

California’s ​Yosemite National Park is proud to announce the reopening of the Tuolumne Meadows Campground on August 1, following the completion of a transformative three-year, $26 million rehabilitation project funded through the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA). Related: Senator Mike Lee Withdraws Plan for Public Land Sale After Public Backlash Yosemite will also open Porcupine Flat and Bridalveil Creek campgrounds […]
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Historic June Lake Building is For Sale: A Fully Renovated, Income-Producing Commercial Property in California’s Eastern Sierra

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The heartbeat of June Lake’s entrance corridor—the 7,000+ square foot building at 2588 CA Highway 158—is officially for sale, for $1.75 million. This is a rare opportunity to own a fully modernized, income-generating real estate asset in one of California’s most scenic and idyllic mountain towns. Related: T-Bar Social Club to Open in Revitalized June Lake, California With a rich […]
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[VIDEO] Repairs and Snow Removal Ongoing on 9,945′ Tioga Pass (SR-120)

Tioga Pass, CA on May 12, 2011. Not quite this deep this year... photo: brian van der brug/LA times

Caltrans maintenance crews based in Lee Vining are steadily clearing snow from State Route 120 West, Tioga Pass, the crucial corridor leading to Yosemite’s eastern entrance. The annual operation began in earnest after a series of late-winter storms and has already cleared significant portions of the highway. However, challenges remain as the team pushes westward toward the park boundary. Related: […]
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Rare Rodent-Borne Hantavirus Kills 3 in Mammoth Lakes, CA

A rare and deadly hantavirus transmitted by rodents has claimed the lives of three residents in Mammoth Lakes, California, health officials confirmed Thursday. The hantavirus-related deaths occurred between February and early April, marking an unusual spike in cases that has alarmed public health experts. The latest victim, identified only as a young adult, is the third fatality linked to hantavirus […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Over 12 inches of Snow For California This Week

SUMMARY: A series of moderate storms will usher in a welcomed return of winter weather this week, bringing multiple rounds of snowfall and much cooler temperatures to the Sierra. Two main waves will impact ski areas across California, the first moving through from late Saturday night into Monday, and the second arriving midweek from late Tuesday through Thursday. Snow levels […]
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One of California’s Oldest Ski Areas, Badger Pass, Cancels Season Due to Lack of Snow

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One of California’s oldest ski resorts, Badger Pass in Yosemite National Park, has announced it will not open for the 2024-25 season due to insufficient snow. The decision, made in collaboration with the National Park Service and Yosemite Hospitality, was shared in a social post on Monday. Related: SnowBrains Forecast: Up to 4 Feet For California This Week Despite recent […]
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Tuolumne Meadows, Yosemite, CA, Report: Ski Touring Conditions Good Despite Below-Average Snowpack

This post was written by Laura and Rob Pilewski, Tuolumne Meadows winter rangers on Wednesday, January 29 New Snow: 3 inches Settled Snow Depth: 28 inches High temperature: 53°F (January 23) Low temperature: 0°F (January 28) Ski Conditions and Weather A weather disturbance moved through the latter half of this week bringing light snow, high winds, and cold temperatures. Ski […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: White Christmas Incoming for California–Up to 30 Inches Expected

This forecast was written at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 21 We’re kicking off the Christmas week with multiple waves of snowfall across the Sierra, delivering deep turns just in time for the holiday. Upper snow levels this weekend will give way to colder air by Tuesday, setting the stage for moderate to heavy snowfall in many resorts. Another system […]
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