Location: Bishop
Top Things to do in Bishop
Top 5 Shopping in Bishop, California (CA)
Bishop (formerly Bishop Creek) is a city in Inyo County, California, United States. Though Bishop is the only incorporated city and the largest populated place in Inyo County, the county seat is located in Independence. Bishop is located near the northern end of the Owens Valley, at an elevation of 4,150 feet (1,260 m). The town was named after Bishop Creek, flowing out of the Sierra Nevada; the creek was named after Samuel Addison Bishop, a settler in the Owens Valley. Located near numerous tourist attractions, Bishop is a major resort town; the town is a commercial and residential center, while many vacation destinations in the Sierra Nevada are located nearby.
Restaurants in Bishop
1. Spellbinder Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By susanl279nm - Denver, United States
Being a librarian from another state I know the importance of supporting local stores and especially the book store. With everything being sold digitally or buying from those big companies supporting the disappearing book store is important. I always stop when I’m in town. This time carrying a gift card my sister in law gave me, I walked out with 2 books, but the choices were hard. My hubby called me twice to tell me to “hurry.” Duh, librarian in a book store! Friendly staff, some really good selections. I really enjoyed the local corner and the shelves used for local book clubs. Great idea! There’s even a coffee shop in the back or front depending on which way you enter.
2. Bishop Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Located at the front of the Bishop City Park in a small A-frame, the Bishop Visitor Center welcomes guests from all over the world. We will provide you with personal assistance and detailed information on unique regional attractions, lodging, events, and endless outdoor activities. We have a nice selection of local-themed books, maps, t-shirts, jewelry and souvenirs available. There is ample parking for RVs and large vehicles just beyond the first baseball field.
Reviewed By 549marybethn - Berkeley, United States
Joe at the Chamber of Commerce is an amazing resource! We had planned to backpack near Lake Sabrina but the Creek fire had erupted the day before and I needed information so we could make a decision about cancelling. I needed "eyes on the street" info and resources to help us decide. Joe had developed a tutorial that included valuable links to web cams all over the Sierra. It was exactly what I was looking for. He walked me through the whole thing and explained how I could use the information. He also gave me names of businesses to call that were close to the trailhead. Ultimately we decided to cancel our trip. It was the absolute right decision. The next day Joe emailed me an alert from the Forest Service saying they were temporarily closing Southern California National Forests including Inyo National Forest. They also listed restrictions on other areas. Joe saved us a 13 hour round trip drive and saved the day. What an amazing service especially during these crazy times. So thankful!
3. Serrano Fine Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Cobwebs Antiques
5. The Toggery
Come and explore and real and authentic country western store. The Toggery is the oldest store in Bishop and since 1922, this family-owned business has been outfitting customers both near and far. Whether you’re looking for a new part of jeans, a hat, or a great looking pair of boots, the Toggery is ready to help you with your style. We look forward to seeing you.
