Sunrise light on a grove of tufa towers emerging from the water of Mono Lake with soft green and dusty-red wild grasses in the foreground, Canada geese in the shallow water with reflections of the rocky towers, and desert hills in the distance.

Inyo National Forest

Sunrise light on a grove of tufa towers emerging from the water of Mono Lake with soft green and dusty-red wild grasses in the foreground, Canada geese in the shallow water with reflections of the rocky towers, and desert hills in the distance.

Event Series Volcano Tour

Volcano Tour

Discover the geologic history of the Mono Basin with a walk into the middle of Panum Crater, a plug-dome volcano. Reservations are not needed for this tour.DetailsDate: Fridays, Saturdays, and SundaysTime: 10:00amPrice: Free. No reservations needed.Location: Meet at the Panum … Read more

Free
Event Series Patio Talk

Patio Talk

Discover the mysteries and natural history of the Mono Basin. Reservations are not needed for this talk.DetailsDate & Time: Saturdays through Thursdays at 11:45am, Fridays at 2:45pmPrice: Free. No reservations needed.Location: Back patio of the Mono Basin National Forest Scenic … Read more

Free
Event Series Mono Lake South Tufa Tour

Mono Lake South Tufa Tour

Join a naturalist-guide for a walk among strange tufa towers, bubbling springs, birds, wildlife, brine shrimp, and the behind-the-scenes story of the most unusual lake in California. This guided, one-hour walk includes hands-on activities, and an overview of the human … Read more

Event Series Patio Talk

Patio Talk

Discover the mysteries and natural history of the Mono Basin. Reservations are not needed for this talk.DetailsDate & Time: Saturdays through Thursdays at 11:45am, Fridays at 2:45pmPrice: Free. No reservations needed.Location: Back patio of the Mono Basin National Forest Scenic … Read more

Free