A mile west of Hwy 395, this underutilized tribal cultural center and museum, run by the local Paiute Shoshone tribe, includes exhibits on local basketry, tools and the use of medical herbs; around the building is an interpretive native-plant walk.
Owens Valley Paiute Shoshone Cultural Center
Eastern Sierra
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
Laws Railroad Museum & Historic Site
4.66 MILES
This railroad and Old West museum recreates the village of Laws, an important stop on the route of the Slim Princess, a narrow-gauge train that hauled…
Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest
12.57 MILES
To visit some of the earth's oldest living things, budget a half-day for the thrilling drive up to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. These otherworldly…
28.89 MILES
One of the area’s prettiest lakes, Convict Lake has emerald water embraced by massive peaks. A hike along the gentle trail skirting the lake, through…
Nearby Eastern Sierra attractions
1. Laws Railroad Museum & Historic Site
4.66 MILES
This railroad and Old West museum recreates the village of Laws, an important stop on the route of the Slim Princess, a narrow-gauge train that hauled…
2. Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest
12.57 MILES
To visit some of the earth's oldest living things, budget a half-day for the thrilling drive up to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. These otherworldly…
28.89 MILES
One of the area’s prettiest lakes, Convict Lake has emerald water embraced by massive peaks. A hike along the gentle trail skirting the lake, through…