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Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Cen
Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area Visitor Center provides regional information to travelers visiting the Mono Basin Scenic Area in the Eastern Sierra and Yosemite National Park. View exhibits on Mono Lake history, wildlife, geology, and explore the interpretive trail. Docent led tours of Mono Lake, South Tufa, or Panum Crater are available. In addition to local information, visitor services include sale of Interagency passes, issuing permits for wilderness trips, campfire permits, rental of bear canisters and sale of fuel wood collection permits.
The Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association (ESIA) operates the bookstore at the visitor center, with a comprehensive selection of books and maps of the region. Revenue from sales of these items helps support interpretative programs.
Managed by the US Forest Service, the visitor center is operated in partnership with the National Park Service and the Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open with limited services and staffing. |
|---|---|
| Operational Hours: | Open Thursday through Sunday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (Closed Monday - Wednesday) |
| Permit Info: | Fuel wood and campfire permits available. Click Here for wilderness permit printing instructions. |
| Closest Towns: | Lee Vining, CA |
| Water: | Drinking water |
| Restroom: | Public Restroom |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center (760) 647-3044. To schedule a guided group tour of Mono Lake, South Tufa, or Panum crater, please call 760-647-6331. |
General Information
Directions:Located half a mile north of Lee Vining, California, on the east side of highway 395. The visitor center overlooks Mono Lake.
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