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Volcanic Tablelands

Description:

The Volcanic Tablelands is a vast volcanic landscape that was formed over 700,000 years ago by materials spewing from the Long Valley caldera, located to the northwest.

Directions:

From Bishop, take State Highway 6 north to Five Bridges Road, then turn left. Proceed on Five Bridges Road 5 miles until it turns into a dirt road. At the entrance to the area, there is a BLM kiosk that provides map and route information for the Tablelands.

Phone:

(760) 872-5000

Email:

BLM_CA_Bishop_FO_Web@blm.gov

Address:

Bishop Field Office 351 Pacu Lane, Suite 100 Bishop, CA 93514

Activities:

Auto Touring Biking Climbing Hiking Horseback Riding Hunting Off Highway Vehicle Wildlife Viewing

Organization:

BLM - Bureau of Land Management

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