Hiking Trails & Parks in Bishop, California
95 hiking & walking trails and 15parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Bishop, located in Inyo County, California. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Bishop, California
Bishop offers 95 mapped hiking trails and 15 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Inyo County, California, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Bishop, Inyo County, California?
Yes — we have 95 mapped hiking and walking trails in Bishop, Inyo County, California, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Bishop, Inyo County, California?
Dorothy Lake Loop Trail near Bishop is rated hard — the toughest classification among Bishop, Inyo County, California's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Bishop, Inyo County, California for families?
Baboon Lake Trail near Bishop is one of the best family picks in Bishop, Inyo County, California — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Bishop, Inyo County, California?
Each of the 95 trails in Bishop, Inyo County, California has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Bishop, Inyo County, California?
Bishop, Inyo County, California has 15 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (3 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Bishop, Inyo County, California?
Yes — 3 of Bishop, Inyo County, California's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Forks Campground (Inyo) with 27 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Bishop, Inyo County, California?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Inyo County for more options beyond Bishop, Inyo County, California.
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