Virginia Lakes is a quieter high-country area near Bridgeport and Mono Lake, known for alpine lakes, fishing, hiking, cabins, and scenic Eastern Sierra access.
Why It Is a Hidden Gem
- Hike among alpine lakes and high-country scenery
- Fish, photograph, and enjoy quieter mountain views
- Use the area as a side trip from Bridgeport or Mono Lake
- Find nearby lodging, cabins, and food stops
Lodging
Starter lodging list for this destination. Check each property directly for current rates, availability, pet rules, fees, seasonal closures, and booking policies.
- Visit Mammoth Lodging – Mammoth hotels, condos, cabins, campgrounds, pet-friendly stays, and vacation rentals.
- Mammoth Mountain Lodging – Resort lodging, village stays, condos, and Mammoth Mountain packages.
- The Village Lodge – Village lodging near shops, dining, gondola access, and events.
- Tamarack Lodge – Lake Mary-area cabins and lodge rooms close to trails and cross-country skiing.
- Convict Lake Resort – Cabins, lodging, dining, marina services, and lake access near Mammoth.
- June Lake Lodging – Hotels, cabins, motels, campgrounds, and vacation rentals around the June Lake Loop.
- Mono County Lodging – Countywide lodging directory for Mammoth, June Lake, Lee Vining, Bridgeport, and eastern Sierra towns.
- Bishop Lodging – Hotels, motels, campgrounds, cabins, and RV parks in Bishop and nearby areas.
- Virginia Lakes Resort – High-country cabins, store, cafe, and seasonal lodging near Virginia Lakes.
- Twin Lakes Resort Bridgeport – Cabins, RV sites, marina, store, and lodging north of Mono Lake.
Restaurants
Starter restaurant list for this destination. Check each restaurant directly for current hours, reservations, seasonal closures, and menu updates.
- Visit Mammoth Restaurants – Mammoth Lakes restaurants, cafes, breweries, bars, bakeries, and casual dining.
- Mammoth Mountain Dining – On-mountain and village dining, bars, coffee, and resort food stops.
- Mammoth Brewing Company – Mammoth Lakes brewery, tasting room, pub food, and local beer stop.
- The Warming Hut – Mammoth breakfast, brunch, coffee, and comfort food.
- Giovanni’s Pizzeria – Mammoth pizza, pasta, salads, and family-friendly dining.
- June Lake Restaurants – June Lake Loop dining, cafes, breweries, bars, and seasonal food stops.
- Convict Lake Restaurant – Fine dining and seasonal resort meals at Convict Lake.
- Mono County Dining – Countywide dining directory for Eastern Sierra towns and road-trip stops.
- Bishop Dining – Bishop restaurants, bakeries, cafes, breweries, and local food stops.
- Whoa Nellie Deli – Lee Vining deli and famous Eastern Sierra road-trip food stop near Mono Lake.
Outdoor Activities
Starter outdoor activity list for this destination. Check official sources for current conditions, permits, road status, wildfire restrictions, snow closures, and seasonal availability before heading out.
- Visit Mammoth Things to Do – Hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, hot springs, lakes, sightseeing, and family activities.
- Mammoth Mountain Activities – Skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, gondola rides, scenic tours, and summer activities.
- Inyo National Forest – Official forest information for trails, campgrounds, wilderness permits, roads, and alerts.
- Devils Postpile National Monument – Basalt columns, Rainbow Falls, hiking, shuttle information, and seasonal access.
- Mono Lake Committee – Mono Lake visitor information, tours, conservation, birding, and natural history.
- Bodie State Historic Park – Official ghost town information, tours, hours, and seasonal access.
- Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest – Official bristlecone pine forest information, visitor center, trails, and road access.
- Bishop Visitor Outdoor Guide – Climbing, hiking, fishing, cycling, OHV, birding, and Eastern Sierra activities.
- Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association – Visitor centers, maps, guides, permits, education, and public-land information.
- Mono County Recreation – Countywide recreation guide for lakes, trails, hot springs, fishing, skiing, and scenic drives.
Events
Starter events list for this destination. Event dates, venues, ticket availability, and seasonal schedules change often, so check each calendar or organizer directly before making plans.
- Visit Mammoth Events – Mammoth festivals, races, concerts, markets, sports, and seasonal events.
- Mammoth Mountain Events – Resort races, music, village events, competitions, and seasonal celebrations.
- Mono County Events – Countywide festivals, fishing derbies, markets, art events, and community happenings.
- June Lake Events – June Lake Loop festivals, music, holiday events, markets, and community activities.
- Bishop Events – Bishop rodeos, fairs, film festivals, markets, concerts, and outdoor events.
- Tri-County Fairgrounds Events – Fairgrounds events, rodeos, fairs, expos, and community gatherings in Bishop.
- Devils Postpile Calendar – National monument events, programs, and seasonal visitor information.
- Bodie Foundation Events – Historic park events, tours, fundraisers, and preservation programs.
- Mono Lake Committee Events – Bird walks, canoe tours, field seminars, stewardship events, and education programs.
- Eastern Sierra Land Trust Events – Conservation events, volunteer days, nature programs, and community gatherings.
Shops & Services
Starter shops and services list for this destination. Check each business or organization directly for current hours, reservations, rental availability, service areas, and seasonal operations.
- Mammoth Lakes Chamber Business Directory – Local shops, outfitters, rentals, services, guides, wellness, dining, and lodging businesses.
- Visit Mammoth Visitor Information – Visitor guides, maps, transportation, local services, and trip-planning resources.
- Mammoth Mountain Rentals – Ski, snowboard, bike, demo, and mountain equipment rentals.
- Footloose Sports – Mammoth ski, snowboard, bike, rental, tuning, and outdoor gear shop.
- Kittredge Sports – Mammoth outdoor gear, ski, snowboard, bike, rental, and service shop.
- Wave Rave – Mammoth snowboard, skate, apparel, rentals, and mountain lifestyle shop.
- Mono County Visitor Centers – Visitor centers, guides, maps, local information, and trip support around Mono County.
- Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association Stores – Maps, books, permits, visitor centers, public-land information, and educational products.
- Bishop Chamber Business Directory – Bishop shops, services, outfitters, guides, lodging, dining, and visitor businesses.
- Mono County Transportation – Transit, shuttle, airport, road, and travel resources for the Eastern Sierra.
Lodging
Starter lodging list for this destination. Check each property directly for current rates, availability, pet rules, fees, seasonal closures, and booking policies.
- Mono County Bridgeport Lodging – Bridgeport and north Mono County lodging, cabins, motels, campgrounds, and RV parks.
- The Bodie Hotel – Historic Bridgeport boutique hotel with Bodie ghost town roots.
- Silver Maple Inn – Bridgeport Main Street lodging near fishing, Bodie, Virginia Lakes, and Mono Lake.
- The Cain House – Historic Bridgeport house and cottage lodging near the courthouse.
- Virginia Creek Settlement – Motel rooms, cabins, tent cabins, campground, and restaurant south of Bridgeport.
- Twin Lakes Resort Bridgeport – Cabins, RV sites, marina, store, cafe, and lake recreation near Bridgeport.
- Bridgeport Reservoir Marina and Campground – Camping, marina, lodging, fishing, and boating near Bridgeport.
- Virginia Lakes Resort – Seasonal cabins, cafe, store, and trailhead access near Virginia Lakes.
- Hunewill Ranch – Guest ranch lodging, horseback riding, and family stays near Bridgeport.
- Bodie State Historic Park Visitor Info – Bodie has no lodging in the park, so visitors should plan lodging in Bridgeport, Lee Vining, or nearby towns.
Restaurants
Starter restaurant list for this destination. Check each restaurant directly for current hours, reservations, seasonal closures, and menu updates.
- Bridgeport Dining Directory – Bridgeport-area dining near Bodie and Virginia Lakes.
- Virginia Creek Settlement Restaurant – Italian/American restaurant with cabins, motel rooms, and campground south of Bridgeport.
- Bodie Mike’s Barbecue – Bridgeport barbecue and casual food stop.
- Jolly Kone – Bridgeport burgers, shakes, and classic roadside food.
- Twin Lakes Resort Cafe – Seasonal cafe, store, cabins, and marina services near Bridgeport.
- Virginia Lakes Resort Cafe – Seasonal cafe, store, and cabins near Virginia Lakes trailhead.
- The Bodie Hotel Dining Guide – Bridgeport dining suggestions from a local lodging base.
- Mono County Restaurants – Countywide dining directory for Bridgeport, Lee Vining, Mammoth, and June Lake.
- Mono Inn – Mono Lake dining option south of Bridgeport; check seasonal schedule.
- Whoa Nellie Deli – Lee Vining fuel, food, views, and road-trip stop south of Bridgeport.
Outdoor Activities
Starter outdoor activity list for this destination. Check official sources for current conditions, permits, road status, wildfire restrictions, snow closures, and seasonal availability before heading out.
- Bodie State Historic Park – Official ghost town, museum, visitor information, tours, hours, and road access.
- Bodie Ghost Town Guide – Mono County visitor guide for Bodie history, access, and planning.
- Bodie Foundation – Preservation, tours, events, and nonprofit support for Bodie State Historic Park.
- Virginia Lakes Resort and Trailhead – Fishing, hiking, cabins, cafe, and high-country trail access.
- Bridgeport Recreation – Fishing, hiking, hunting, boating, hot springs, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and Bridgeport visitor info.
- Twin Lakes Bridgeport – Fishing, boating, hiking, marina, cabins, and Sawtooth Range access.
- Bridgeport Reservoir – Fishing, boating, camping, marina, and birding.
- Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Bridgeport Ranger District – Public-land information, trailheads, campgrounds, roads, and alerts.
- Mono County Fishing – Fishing reports, lakes, streams, and season information around Bridgeport and Virginia Lakes.
- Mono County Recreation – Countywide hiking, hot springs, fishing, scenic drives, skiing, and outdoor ideas.
Events
Starter events list for this destination. Event dates, venues, ticket availability, and seasonal schedules change often, so check each calendar or organizer directly before making plans.
- Bodie Foundation Events – Historic park events, tours, fundraisers, and Friends of Bodie programs.
- Bodie State Historic Park Events – Mono County listing for Bodie events and visitor information.
- Mono County Events – Countywide festivals, fishing derbies, markets, art events, and community happenings.
- Bridgeport Events – Bridgeport-area events near Bodie and Virginia Lakes.
- Bridgeport 4th of July – Holiday events and community celebrations listed through Mono County calendars.
- Mono County Fairgrounds – Fairgrounds and community events in Bridgeport.
- Eastern Sierra Land Trust Events – Conservation, volunteer, and nature events across the Eastern Sierra.
- Mono Arts Council Events – Art shows, classes, performances, and community events in Mono County.
- California State Parks Events – State park events and interpretive programming.
- Bodie Current Park Information – Current park hours, road access, visitor services, and seasonal updates.
Shops & Services
Starter shops and services list for this destination. Check each business or organization directly for current hours, reservations, rental availability, service areas, and seasonal operations.
- Bodie Foundation Mercantile – Bodie gifts, park support, information, and preservation resources.
- Bodie State Historic Park Services – Official hours, fees, museum, visitor services, tours, and road information.
- Bridgeport Chamber and Visitor Resources – Business, visitor, lodging, restaurant, and local service information.
- Mono County Visitor Centers – Visitor centers, guides, maps, and local information around Mono County.
- Bridgeport Ranger Station – Maps, permits, trail information, roads, and forest visitor services.
- Virginia Lakes Resort Store – Store, cafe, cabins, fishing information, and trailhead support.
- Twin Lakes Resort Store and Marina – Boat rentals, marina, store, cafe, lodging, and fishing supplies.
- Bridgeport Reservoir Marina – Marina, camping, fishing, boating, and lake services.
- Caltrans Road Conditions – Highway 395, Bodie Road, and mountain road status.
- Eastern Sierra Transit – Transit service for Bridgeport, Lee Vining, Mammoth, and regional travel.
Nearby
- Bridgeport
- Lodging
- Trails
- Lake activities