Discover Mono
31 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Bridgeport to Mammoth Scenic Drive
A picturesque drive offering stunning scenic views of mountains and valleys, especially during fall with vibrant colors. Ideal for capturing expansive landscapes and scenic vistas.
Mono Lake
Mono Lake is known for its unique limestone formations and reflective waters, offering breathtaking views for landscape and waterscape photography.
Mono Lake Tufas
Famous for its unique limestone formations, the South Tufa Area is a must-visit for landscape and nature photography, especially under the stars.
Conway Summit
Conway Summit is a roadside pullout on Highway 395, known for its sweeping views of golden aspen groves during fall. It offers panoramic vistas and is one of the earliest spots to display fall colors in the Eastern Sierra.
Bodie State Historic Park
Bodie is an unrestored ghost town from the California Gold Rush era. It features historic buildings and offers a unique blend of historical and landscape photography opportunities.
Convict Lake
Convict Lake is a picturesque spot near Mammoth Lakes, known for its serene surroundings and fall colors. It offers stunning views for landscape photography.
June Lake Loop
The June Lake Loop is a scenic drive that offers stunning views of the Eastern Sierra's dramatic peaks. It is ideal for capturing landscapes and fall colors.
Rock Creek Canyon
Rock Creek Canyon offers stunning fall colors and scenic landscapes, making it a prime spot for nature and landscape photography.
Mono Lake Vista Point
This vista point provides a quick pull-off on Highway 395, offering stunning views of Mono Lake and the surrounding landscape. It is especially popular for sunset shots.
Leavitt Lake
A high-altitude lake offering serene landscapes and opportunities for nature photography. Accessible via a scenic drive.
Topaz Lake
A picturesque lake offering stunning landscapes and water views, perfect for nature and waterscape photography.
Barney Lake Trail
The Barney Lake Trail is a scenic hike near Twin Lakes, offering stunning views of alpine lakes and meadows. It is ideal for nature and landscape photography.
Peeler Lake via Twin Lakes
Peeler Lake is accessible via a hike from Twin Lakes, offering breathtaking views of alpine landscapes. The hike provides opportunities to capture serene nature and mountain vistas.
Green Lake and Virginia Pass
This location offers stunning alpine landscapes and is ideal for backpackers and nature photographers. The hike leads to serene mountain lakes and picturesque vistas.
June Lake Scenic Loop
A scenic drive offering multiple viewpoints of June Lake, ideal for capturing lake and mountain landscapes during sunset or sunrise.
Robinson Creek Trailhead
The Robinson Creek Trailhead is near Mono Village Resort at Twin Lakes, offering access to scenic trails and landscapes perfect for nature and landscape photography.
Conway Summit Vista Point
Located north of Lee Vining, this viewpoint offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, making it ideal for landscape photography.
Mono Craters
A chain of volcanic craters offering unique geological formations for landscape and nature photography.
Mono Lake Basin Road
A scenic road offering views of the lake and surrounding landscape, ideal for capturing the lake's tranquility and unique formations.
Buckeye Hot Springs
Located near Bridgeport, Buckeye Hot Springs offers scenic views of natural springs and surrounding landscapes, suitable for nature and landscape photography.
Lundy Canyon
A picturesque canyon with a creek running through it, offering beautiful nature and landscape photography opportunities, especially during the fall.
Panum Crater Trail
A hiking trail that offers breathtaking views of the area and geological formations. It's a great spot for nature and landscape photography.
Lee Vining Canyon
A scenic area with a creek running through it, offering nature and landscape photography opportunities, especially during the spring and fall.
Buckeye Creek
Located in the northern corner of Bridgeport, Buckeye Creek offers scenic views of natural landscapes and is a great spot for nature photography.
Tioga Lake
A picturesque lake located in the Sierra Nevada mountains, offering opportunities for landscape and nature photography.
Mono Lake County Park
A scenic park offering views of Mono Lake and its unique landscape. It's a good spot for nature and landscape photography.
Log Cabin Mine
A historic mine with ruins offering opportunities for landscape and architecture photography. It provides a unique perspective with its abandoned structures.
Grant Lake
A serene lake great for capturing peaceful water scenes and surrounding landscapes. It's a good spot for nature and landscape photography.
Rush Creek
A scenic creek with a trail running along it, offering beautiful nature photography opportunities, especially during the fall with changing colors.
Lee Vining Creek
A scenic creek running through the town, offering opportunities for nature and landscape photography, especially during the spring.
Grave of the Unknown Prospector
A historical site commemorating an unknown prospector, offering opportunities for historical and landscape photography.