Lake Sabrina - Eastern Sierra Fall Colors

We are finally starting to see the Fall colors shine here in California, and it’s difficult to beat an Autumn day in Bishop and the Eastern Sierra…so this week I’m thrilled to be sharing beautiful Lake Sabrina with you.

Eastern Sierra Fall colors along Lake Sabrina

History

Located southwest of Bishop near the small town of Aspendell, Lake Sabrina was named for Sabrina Hobbs, whose husband, Charles M. Hobbs, was the first general manager of the Nevada California Power Company. This man-made lake is situated 9,130 feet above sea level and was created when the NV/CA Power Company dammed the middle fork of Bishop Creek in 1907 to supply consistent water flow to the hydraulic power plants.

Lake Sabrina Boat Landing

Along with magnificent views, you can grab a bite to eat at the café or get supplies at the the Lakes Sabrina Boat Landing general store before heading out on your adventure. Open all season through Labor Day, fishing boats can be rented here along with canoes, rowboats and pontoons, making for a wonderful day out on the water.

Hiking

Lake Sabrina is popular with day hikers and backpackers alike…popular trails lead to Blue Lake, Dingleberry Lake, and Moonlight Lake (just to name a few). Day hiking along the Sabrina Lake Trail doesn’t require a wilderness permit, but it is important to always plan ahead when venturing into the wilderness here – even for short day hikes. Backpackers can enjoy a break at the nearby Sabrina Campground. Trail quotas apply from May 1 to November 1 and wilderness permits are required year round for overnight backpackers.

Know Before You Go

• Wildlife is abundant in this area (including local black bears), so food must be kept on your person and/or properly stored at all times.

• There are two small paved parking lots near the Boat Landing, which can fill up quickly depending on the season. The main lot has a public restroom.

• Lake Sabrina Road is closed during Winter, so make sure to check road conditions prior to visiting.

• Please remember to follow the Leave No Trace Principles to keep this place beautiful for all to enjoy.

Top 10 Eastern Sierra Fall Colors

North Lake
Intake Two
Lake Sabrina
Pine Creek Canyon
Round Valley
Convict Lake
Mammoth Lakes
June Lake
Bishop Creek
McGee Creek

Eastern Sierra Fall colors along Bishop Creek near Lake Sabrina

In Summary & Behind the Blog Video

There are many other wonderful spots to enjoy the Fall colors near Lake Sabrina (like Bishop Creek pictured above), so make sure to come back next week as we visit some of my favorites together. Thanks so much for joining me this week in the Eastern Sierra…for a virtual visit to this area, make sure to watch my Behind the Blog video below. Until next week, I hope you find adventure and encouragement wherever you go.

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