These are some of the popular questions asked by visitors of the General Area.
The town has many great eating places, from pizza to fine dining. Dining in Lone Pine, Ca.
There are many local points of interest including Mt. Whitney Portal, cottonwood Creek, Charcoal Kilns, an Ashram at 8000’, Olancha Sand Dunes, numerous hiking trails, movie locations, historic cemeteries, and many others.
The Lone Pine Chamber of Commerce at 120 S. Main Street has maps and brochures to help you plan your exploration of the area.
There are many local points of interest including Mt. Whitney Portal, cottonwood Creek, Charcoal Kilns, an Ashram at 8000’, Olancha Sand Dunes, numerous hiking trails, movie locations, historic cemeteries, and many others.
The Lone Pine Chamber of Commerce at 120 S. Main Street has maps and brochures to help you plan your exploration of the area.
Whitney Portal is generally open from April through October. Whitney Portal Road leads directly to the Portal, where trailheads are marked. Also, please be aware that hiking permits and use restrictions are required within the Whitney Zone. Please consult the Whitney Portal website for details, trailhead information and updates. www.recreation.gov/wildernessAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=72201
Mt Whitney is a strenuous and popular hike that requires a special permit. Each year, thousands of applicants enter the Mt Whitney lottery in the hopes of obtaining a coveted permit for a specific date. Some same-day and walk-up permits are issued when available. See the link above or contact the Eastern Sierra Visitor Center south of Lone Pine. Climbing Mt. Whitney without a permit is prohibited. See the link above or contact the Eastern Sierra Visitor Center south of Lone Pine. Climbing Mt. Whitney without a permit is prohibited.
Yes, consult with the Museum front desk or the Local Chamber of Commerce. See more information is listed here Traveling in Lone Pine
The community has three major Motels, the Historic Dow Villa, The Best Western Frontier and the Comfort Inn. These are complemented by seven independents – all of whom cater to the travelers’ needs on Highway 395. See more information is listed here Traveling in Lone Pine.
Tuttle Creek Campground – make advance reservations (760) 872-5008 www.blm.gov/visit/tuttle-creek.
There are two pack stations, Rock Creek Pack Station, and McGee Creek Pack Station. See their websites for details
Lone Pine has a history of Rodeo from the 1940s through the early 1970’s. Unfortunately, rodeo action in the arena behind the Museum is limited to local events. Read about the Historic – Lone Pine Stampede
You are invited to park in our lot to visit the museum or while visiting Lone Pine. Parking/Camping overnight is not permitted, and cars/RVs are subject to tow without an extended parking permit. During the summer hiking season, the museum makes some spaces available in its parking lot for extended long-term hiker parking.For more information and a reservation form, please click here
The Alabama Hills are public lands and are administrated and managed by the Bureau of Land Management whose regional office is in Bishop, CA.
Located about five miles from the museum, the Mobius Arch and others on the trail are naturally eroded granite. The Mobius Arch has been famously photographed by Ansel Adams and many other talented photographers. Walking to the arch from the road requires a short hike. A brochure at the Museum desk has details.
The closest hot springs are the pools at Keough’s Hot Springs about 8 miles north of Big Pine and 7 miles south of Bishop (approximately 45 minutes’ drive north of Lone Pine). Built in 1919 they are still the same pools used today. http://www.keoughshotsprings.com/
Approximately two hours north traveling on Highway 395.
Yes, Lone Pine Market is a fully stocked grocery store in the middle of town. Food, snacks, beer, and soda are also available at the gas stations.
Yes, please consult the museum front desk as this option is relatively new in the area. Maps are available at the museum and at the Lone Pine Chamber of Commerce. Don’t crush the brush!
Yes, the Lone Pine Post Office is located at the corner of E. Bush Street and N. Jackson.
Yes, the Southern Inyo Hospital is on E. Locust Street; The Southern Inyo Clinic is across the street. The main switchboard is (760) 876-5501. See https://www.sihd.org/ website for details.