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The Yosemite Rock Page - "Rock-climbing in Yosemite, with Park info and photography..."
VirtualYosemite.net - A site for current information on Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite.com - A site that has just about anything and everything you'll need to help plan your next trip to Yosemite.
YosemiteFun.com Whatever it is you seek, this is where you'll find it.
Yosemite National Park - The official web page for the park
YosemiteSites.com - "goal is to take the guess work out of making camping reservations by showing you exactly which dates are available in each campground".
Tahoe Adventure Sports - "information about self-propelled sports at Lake Tahoe, such as hiking and backpacking, mountain biking, road biking, rock climbing, peak climbing/skiing/boarding, cross-country skiing, and kayaking".
Tahoe's Best- Filled with information on biking, boating, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking and other fun things to do in the Lake Tahoe area. Also has maps and useful tips.
Tahoe Country- Calendar of events, flora and fauna, links and more pertaining to the Lake Tahoe area. Also has some related books you can purchase.
The Back Country - "Expert advice and friendly service from genuine outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for cycling, backcountry skiing/boarding and climbing. Their job is simple...to steer you through the marketing maze in the pursuit of the best performing outdoor gear, and then help you learn where to go use it!"
VirtualTahoe.com - A directory guide to Lake Tahoe's South Shore. Lots of information, some related to wilderness exploration.
395.com - Information related to mountain sports, particularly Sierra Nevada mountain sports.
Above California - Maps, trail info, campground info, weather, photos, and wilderness books
Angler's Guide To Eastern Sierra Fishing - Tips, area notes, campground info, regulation info, and more.
Backcountry Trailwork Photography - Photographs of the High Sierras.
Backpack45.com - "Backpacking and long distance walking, with some stories, links and references." Mostly referring to the John Muir Trail (JMT) and the California Sierra Nevada mountains as a whole but offers information on other destinations as well.
Being There - Adventure Photography, Sierra Landscapes, Climbing & Kayaking Adventures - California Images by Gary Valle.
BishopVisitor.com - The Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau website. Offers information on fishing, activities, lodging, dining, events and more in the Bishop, CA area.
BobSkiing.com - Perfect for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. Contains "a collection of ski tours which connect continuously from Yuba Pass, north of Lake Tahoe, to Horseshoe Meadow, south of Mt. Whitney".
Camping Guide Nevada & Eastern Sierra - "A resource guide of the public campgrounds in Nevada's Great Basin and the Sierra Nevada of California. Useful info for campers, hikers, explorers and those with a yearning for the great outdoors."
EastSierra.net - Member site with information on the Eastern Sierras, link exchange, and some historical information.
eParka.com - California section of site with good geographical maps, activities, and weather.
Go Take A Hike! - Great new page geared primarily towards beginner Sierra Nevada backpackers and campers. Definitely worth a look!
High Sierra Photography - The name speaks for itself! Good selection of photographs from the mountain range we love best...
High Sierra Times- "Driving to the Eastern Sierra's can present many different challenges, no matter which direction you are coming from. Weather, road closures, accidents and traffic delays are all things that can delay your trip to the Sierra's."
Historic Hwy 49 - "Historichwy49.com designed to preserve and share the heritage and rugged beauty of Hwy 49 and the Gold Country, one of California's most precious resources."
JMT2K.com- "John Muir Trail 2000 and beyond.. The John Muir Trail in words and pictures."
John Muir Trail Page - The best page we've seen for any information you're seeking about the John Muir Trail.
Kings Canyon And Sequoia Wilderness Hikes - "comprehensive collection of Kings Canyon and Sequoia trip reports and links".
Mountain Song: Ecology Of The Northern Sierras - "a guide for exploring and understanding the natural resources of the region. There are links to photographs, museums, parks and lists for resources in the area."
OwensValleyHistory.com - A wonderful site that has information,, historical accounts and links related to the Owens Valley and surrounding Sierra Nevada areas.
Rock Creek Lake- "Rock Creek is located between Bishop and Mammoth Lakes off of U. S. 395." This page has a lot of useful information on the Bishop area.
SierraFish.com - "A comprehensive and interactive web site designed with the High Sierra angler in mind. The site relies on and encourages its visitors to share their own encounters with our High Sierra lakes and streams."
Sierra Fly Fisher - A great resource for fly fishing the Sierra Nevada, primarily Yosemite National Park. Good free information in addition to offers of fly fishing guide services.
Sierra Foothill Magazine - "premier website for information about the Sierra Nevada foothills, a beautiful region east of Sacramento in northern California".
Sierra Gateway Map - "The Sierra Gateway Map, a unique, interactive Internet Vacation Planning Guide, presents for prospective visitors an insight into the incredible beauty they'll be able to experience throughout the Sierra Nevada".
Sierra Nevada Gallery - "a collection of photographs and maps showing the diversity of landscapes of the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains of California."
Sierra Nevada Message/Discussion Board - Chat it up with fellow Sierra Nevada fanatics on the SierraPackTrip.com High Sierra Topix Message Board... This forum was specifically designed for enthusiasts of "The Range of Light". Ask questions, answer someone else's, advertise for a backpacking partner, or just pop in to see what others are posting!
Sierra Nevada Mountain Climbing - Information on many of the Sierras' popular (and not so popular) peaks. Excellent resource site!
Sierra Online- "complete travel and area information for the Eastern High Sierra Nevada.
Sierra Star Newspaper - "Proudly serving Madera County since 1957". News from the foothills of the Sierra Nevada on the Sierra Nevada! A great place to find local news related to the Oakhurst/Bass Lake/North Fork areas and beyond. Sierra Wilderness- Lots of useful information on Mt. Whitney and the rest of the Sierras. Also features an online store.
Somewhere Out There- Informative site for climbing, kayaking, and skiing. Focus is Southern California but lots of Sierra Nevada info.
The Eastern Sierra WebPage - Daily updated information, links, and contacts for your next trip to the Eastern Sierra.
TheHighSierra.com - "Topographical Maps of the High Sierra, Sierra Hiking and Mountain Biking Trail Information, Weather Reports for all of the Eastern Sierra including Lone Pine, Independence, Big Pine, Bishop, Rock Creek, Crowley Lake, Mammoth Lakes, June Lake, Lee Vining and Bridgeport, California. Also information for Yosemite and Death Valley."
TotalEscape.com - General California site, but outdoor oriented and lots of High Sierra information. "A collection of thousands of California photographs and links. Practical information about road trips, SUV car camping, weekend get a ways, travel ideas and local adventures."
Valley Outdoorsmen - "Offers the outdoorsmen and women of the California Central Valley with a website that is geared towards their needs. This site will offer one stop information on hunting and fishing in the Central Valley as well as offering a launch pad to sites covering all aspects of hunting, fishing and the outdoors."
Valley Outdoors - Good page dedicated to the Central Sierras. Backpacking and hiking checklists, philosophy, reading list, information and links.
Virtual Sierras - a interactive site featuring 360 degree panoramas of the High Sierra using Quicktime software.
WeekendClimber.com - A wonderful site that offers information, articles, video clips, slideshows, tutorials, forums, links and more related to rock climbing in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Craig Iwata's California Hiking Page - Hiking information, trail and gear guide, book reviews, and other information related to the Central Sierras.