Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center
Address: 1 Visitor Center Dr Lee Vining, CA 93541
Hours of Operation: 9am - 5pm
Office Phone: (760) 647-3044
Office Type: Visitor Center
Mailing Address: 1 Visitor Center Dr Lee Vining, CA 93541
Additional Office Information
At the Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center, view exhibits on Mono Lake history, wildlife, geology, and explore the interpretive trail.
Purchase Interagency passes, obtain California campfire permits and firewood collection permits. Passes and permits are currently not available at the visitor center.
Visit www.recreation.gov/permits/233262 for Wilderness Permits. Please print your Wilderness permit prior to your trip, the visitor center cannot currently print permits.
Our partners at Sierra Forever operate the bookstore, with a comprehensive selection of books and maps of the region. Revenue from sales of these items helps support interpretative programs. Bear canisters can be rented at the Sierra Forever Bookstore Thursday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.