I just returned from a weekend of fly-fishing lessons with David and I cannot say enough good…read morethings about him and the overall experience that we had. Fly-fishing was something I'd been wanting to do for decades and our weekend of lessons/guiding by David resulted in an amazing positive experience for us. David's passion for fly fishing and for the elements that compose the environment where we fished were greatly appreciated. David is not only extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of fly-fishing, but when he learned we have an appreciation of the local environment there too, he gladly shared lots of his knowledge with us. This included the environment and life cycle of the various species of trout where we fished and their food source, trout fishing up in the high country, the many various types of birds and other wildlife in the environment, some ranching history, etc. His local knowledge of where to fish in the Bishop area was on point. Both days we were at nearby locations that were easy to get to and extremely scenic, but with virtually no other fishermen or other people around. David's enthusiasm for fly-fishing was evident from the beginning. We got us geared up and on the water quickly, and his teaching was mostly hands-on with just a few minutes of coaching before we got our lines in the water, then further coaching from there as we progressed. Before long we were catching beautiful and healthy trout. When we'd hook up David was right there to guide us on how to keep the fish on and safely land and release it. As our skills and comfort on the water increased David would introduce new techniques to us and guide us to other close-by spots to wade into and fish. We caught numerous trout of various species both days. He provided all the fishing-related gear to us and everything worked flawlessly. We had minimal snags and lost flies, and when we did he was on it quickly to get us back fishing. His stoke for fly-fishing and the Sierra is contagious and I plan on getting out there again with him. I highly recommend Sierra Trout Magnet!

Another great trout fishing experience in Lower Owens with Dave! He knows all the right spots and…read moreprovides expert guidance throughout the trip. Highly recommended for beginners, a refresher, and advanced anglers alike, #GOAT! Thank you, Dave!

Fred Rowe was an amazing guide. I was surprised to spend the first few hours of our day learning…read moreall about fish and bugs. Fred filled in so many gaps in my knowledge that blew me away. He backed it up with years of experience and knowledge of the eastern sierra waters. We went to North lake and had a blast. I lost count of the fish that I caught. Fred was constantly teaching me things and it was appreciated. I consider myself a low level intermediate but with Fred's input he boosted my confidence and knowledge tremendously. I will be back and I will recommend him time And time again. Don't miss an opportunity to fish with Fred!

Fred was an excellent teacher and guide. I learned much more about the art of fly fishing than I…read morehad originally anticipated. He is as knowledgeable as one can be in fly fishing and loves to share his wisdom with his students. I had an amazing experience and have been lucky enough to apply his teaching over the past few days to catch fish here in the beautiful Eastern Sierras.

Great customer service. They take you in like family and if they dont have it in the store, they…read moreknow where to get it to take care of your needs. I only have occasional needs for some of these items, but this family owned company was recommended and I will keep coming back here when the need arises. Thank you so much for the great purchase experience with Eastside Sports all the way from Northern California!! Your prices are valuable and delivery efficient. Keep up the great work!

Although they did not have what I was looking for on this trip (an item I forgot to bring), the…read morestaff was very helpful, suggesting possible other stores that might have the item, and even providing directions.

Beryl Rea was the best fly fishing guide!! She is very knowledge about the lake, streams and creeks…read morefrom the Eastern Sierras to San Joaquin River. It was only the 4th time I had gone fly fishing and I learned more from my half day with her than all the other days and guides together. We fished the Lower Owens and then headed up Bishop Creek Canyon. She stopped many places she knew about, no one else was there so it was perfect! Caught four fish and a bunch of trees. She is very patient, funny and smart. Already booked her for my next trip!

Beryl Rea is the best fly-fishing guide in the Sierra's. My husband hired her 2 years ago for me as…read morea gift since I had always wanted to try fly-fishing. Beryl made it an amazing experience. It was so much fun we have both hired her two more times since. She has made us fly-fishing addicts! This last time we ran into her while we were camping on the Owen's River and she was just there fishing on her day off. This woman breathes fly-fishing. Super knowledgeable and extremely patient, and fun! We would highly recommend her.

Was my first time fly fishing. Always wanted to but never pulled the trigger. An unforgettable…read moreexperience getting out there with Luke. Quite a bit when Ive felt completely In the moment and just able to take it all in. Maybe that's what fly fishing and the mountains are all about. I attribute a large portion of that to Luke and the process he takes you through. Great guide and amazing person. Whether you're experienced or a beginner can't go wrong spending the day out there with Luke learning and growing. Highly recommend!

Luke is hands down one of the most amazing guides I have ever fished with! His compassion to teach…read moreand knowledge of the surrounding rivers and lakes make him a no-brainer when choosing to fish with a guide in the Eastern Sierras. Luke and I have linked up twice, once to fish the upper Owens river and then again to fish for monster cutthroat trout on Lake Crowley.

Great place to visit for all family! We discovered this place by chance, but we fell in love with…read morethe natural beauty--clear water, drinkable air, and a pure, peaceful atmosphere!

Everywhere online says that this trail is a 6 miler, but it is most definitely 7 to get Blue Lake…read more Just keep that in mind when you don't reach the lake at 3 miles. Also keep in mind that this is a backpacking trail where you can continue beyond Blue Lake and reach numerous other lakes such as Dingleberry Lake, Hungry Packer Lake, Moonlight Lake, etc. However, my group of friends opted for a day hike since we aren't experienced backpackers. Soon after beginning the hike you get to Sabrina Lake which is neat in and of itself, but was not our final destination. If you wanted it to be, it could, as there are plenty of people enjoying the basin on their boats. Fun fact, Sabrina is pronounced SUH-BRAH-EE-NUH, not SUH-BREE-NUH, as one local informed us haha. Anyway, this hike was unlike any other I've been on due to the terrain. I've never been to the Sierras and it's so cool that it's like a dessert, alpine hybrid. There are beautiful alpine flowers (pink, purple, and orange) along the entire hike, two mini falls/streams that you have to cross, and plenty of rocky switchbacks. I would not call this a very intense hike as there aren't any portions that involve climbing or jumping. The only challenge I can imagine is if you didn't bring snacks/lunch to enjoy once you reach the beautiful Lake Blue. Lake Blue is crisp looking and crisp FEELING. You will definitely get hypothermia if you stay in for longer than a couple minutes. My feet were almost instantly numb, and my two friends that dared to (quickly) dunk their bodies in were extremely thankful for the hot noon sun that warmed and dried them fairly quickly. Make sure to bring bug spray because in the areas where you cross streams, there are HUGE SWARMS OF MOSQUITOS. Also there are bears and long-horned goats apparently, so be prepared in all situations. Happy hiking!

Loved the Bishop City Park with a stream running through it and plenty or walkways for exercise and…read moreyour pets. Large baseball field, soccer fields, playgrounds. a dedicated dog park community pool, tennis courts, pond where you can see fish, ducks and various birds, and lots of picnic tables. Worth a visit for rest and relaxation or to listen to Bishop stream and small waterfall by the bridge. When driving through Bishop in the future, this is the spot to take your pets for a nice walk and stretch before getting back on the road!

This is a really cute park in the heart of Bishop. You can tell that the planning was intentional…read moreand very thoughtful. Although this area as a whole has plenty to do (in the mountains), the little towns are quite barren for any activity. While walking our pup here, we saw the pond with so many birds, a skatepark, an outdoor pool, tennis court, a baseball field, and more! There were a few sketchy people hanging around, but we were safe and they didn't bother us. For the most part, the people there were playing or just enjoying the grounds. Plenty of parking, and pretty well maintained. We were pleasantly surprised at how large of an area it covered, and our pup enjoyed her walk here.

Yeeeee-haw! Wow! I…read moremade it through in one piece on the June 17 - 21, 2022 Rock Creek Pack Station Spring Horse Drive I cannot say enough complimentary things about the ground crew, staff wranglers, chuckwagon crew and the behind scenes crew that made this event a successful, memorable, lifetime experience. Didn't know I had it in me to complete a Horse Drive. (The tolerable temps made a HUGE difference. Thank you, Mother Nature! ) The veteran guests on the ride provided insightful knowledge of what to expect each leg of this. There were folks that are repeat guests...some for SEVERAL years! That's a statement in itself! Learning herd dynamics, appreciating the scenery, observing and experiencing the comradery amongst and with the staff is all part of the what creates this wonderful environment. The reflection of how the leadership has passed on their spirit of hard work, positivity, and fun of Rock Creek Pack Station to the staff. Thank you, Craig London. This is the real deal! If anyone wishes to live their cowboy / cowgirl fantasy, this comes pretty darned close to it. I didn't roll-out a blanket on the dirt and use a rock for a pillow, but....damn...those showers and tents were heaven sent and appreciated. And the food!!!! The BEST!!!! Thank you to the staff wranglers: Tristan, Tyler #1, Tyler #2, Ethan, Anna, Eddy, Sarah (hope I didn't miss anyone). Master of Horse and Mule: Mark Chuckwagon crew: K.K., Katy, and Alan, Jerri Ground crew: Mike, Wes, Sam, Isaac, Hunter I've likely missed a couple of folks and I apologize and thank you, too! I'm still coming off the Horse Drive cloud.....THANK YOU!!!!!

Amazing experience! Great ride options for all. Beautiful, healthy, and strong stock. Friendly and…read moreinformative team. We booked a day in the Sierra and it did not disappoint. Gaby was our guide and she was amazing. We rode Percy and Howdy. Forever memories!

Cozy little campground about a half hour South of Bishop. Great place for car camping while…read morepassing through, especially on a clear and warm Summer night when the Milky Way is visible. Had a raccoon get into my car through my partially open window while I slept, ate some of my food and made a mess. Don't leave any food out overnight. There are two pit toilets that are well maintained, but no running water so only bottle showers. I think there might be a running well on site, but I used my own water I brought with me. It was $14 a night to stay here.

Awesome little campground right off of the 395, definitely would come here again! Affordable, clean…read morebathrooms, and a beautiful view of the mountains... what more could you ask for?

Talk to Eric the owner and make a deal. Eric is cool and the amount of gear in the store is…read morestaggering. I restrained myself and got a pair of keanes and a gently used Osprey backpack. I was tempted to spend more money. There was so much stuff. Definitely stopped in as you're passing through the 395

Highly recommended. The owner, Eric, is a stand up guy. Gave us the honest low down of all his used…read moregear and prices were extremely fair. We came in, bought a bunch of stuff for 3 people, and had a great experience. Eric is also a super interesting guy, UCLA bachelor's and Stanford Math PhD. Looking forward to visiting the shop again. Eric if you're reading this, this is the group where the girl in the group put on the ski helmet backwards!