Scenic 395 - The Official Guide 2023

48 2023 Scenic 395 • Fly Fishing Specialists • Fishing Tackle • Firearms • Hardware • Gift Shop • Guide Service 760-932-7707 www.kenssport.com Located in the Center of Town 258 Main Street Bridgeport, CA Jolly Kone Burgers • Burritos • Chicken Shakes • French Fries Onion Rings • Fish Tacos Mexican Food Soft Serve Ice Cream Breakfast Menu 760-932-7555 Come Experience the Great Outdoors BRIDGEPORT, CA In the Eastern Sierra Nevada of Mono County www.bridgeportcalifornia.com A great place to live & vacation Bridgeport Rollin’ with Russ and Lori By Russ and Lori Tice Russ and Lori have received many responses with regard to the Eastern Sierra area. Many readers are interested in visiting, staying, or camping in the Eastern Sierra, yet are unsure of what type of accom- modations would be right for them. Some have no RV at this time and would like to camp in a travel trailer. Some are towing a boat and have no RV. Here are some fun solutions to a wonderful vacation. Russ and Lori have men- tioned vacation trailer rentals, and have an outfit for you folks that want to have an RV set up and ready to go in the Bridge- port area. Bridgeport Vaca- tion Trailer rentals have some amazing off-season rates from May 1 to June 10. For $550, go camp in a fully self-contained 26-foot travel trailer. Includ- ed are four nights campsite fees at Lower twin Lakes Re- sort or Mono Village. In addi- tion, they will include a three- day boat and motor rental. Bridgeport Trailer Rentals also carries this off-season deal from Aug. 15 to Oct. 31. Summer rates are higher, but this is one outstanding deal. Call them at 866-224-5881 or 760-932-7740. Would you rather experi- ence an honest to goodness Bridgeport hotel that was established in 1877? Enjoy the town by staying at The Bridgeport Inn. In Victori- an Style, this quaint inn will have you relaxed and enjoy- ing the moment. Their fam- ily restaurant serves up local fare as well as many other fine dining choices. The hotel is also pet-friendly — bring Fido with you! WiFi is free, parking is free, as well as DirecTV flat- screen television. Call them at 760-932-7380. Up for some horseback rid- ing, a comfy cabin, and de- licious meals? The Hunewill Guest Ranch has been in op- eration since 1931. Based right there in Bridgeport, what an incredible way to enjoy na- ture. Fantastic for a family, a couple, or a single person, the family atmosphere has every- one welcome here. Stay in a great cabin, do some fishing, go horseback riding, or just relax on the porch of your cab- in. The scenery is breathtak- ing in this unique experience. Winter number is 775-465- 2201. Summer number is 760- 932-7710. Russ and Lori have a favor- ite fishing location in Califor- nia. The West Walker River is a great fishing location. There are campgrounds along the river, but some may wish to stay at the West Walker Mo- tel. Folks, this is a hunting, fishing, hiking, vacationer, and biker friendly motel. Ap- proved pets are welcome too, and this family operated mo- tel has in-room refrigerators, microwaves, WiFi, satellite TV, and free in-room coffee. Minutes from super fishing areas. Call them in Walker at 530-495-2263. The Walker River Lodge, also located in Bridgeport, has rooms with kitchen suites. With an included free conti- nental breakfast, this lodge is really nice. A picnic area right on the river, in-room micro- wave and refrigerator, im- merse yourself in just hang- ing out and relaxing. Call the Walker River Lodge at 760- 932-7021. Certainly the ultimate fish- ing trip, pack trips are avail- able by horseback. Riding up to some of the most pristine lakes in California, there is lit- erally no other adventure like this. Partial day, full day, even cattle drive rides are available. On horseback, the pace is per- fect. Never rush nature, and nature is best enjoyed when not in a rush. Check out the MonoCounty.org website for more detailed information on an adventure that may appeal to you. Choices for howandwhen to visit the Eastern Sierra can be custom-suited in what is best for you at the time. Regardless of the mode we choose to en- joy our stay, the view remains marvelous throughout the re- gion. Most important, is that we are happy and enjoying all that God has created. Visit the Eastern Sierra; enjoy your stay, and Let’s Get Rollin’! To Contact Russ and Lori, email them at Russ.Lori.Rol- lin@gmail.com . Roll over to Bridgeport for a wonderful vacation The Toiyabe National Forest is one attraction in the Bridgeport area. Photo by Russ Tice