Independence, CA

Travel Guide

Such a great start to the day
Such a great start to the day
Follow the maze of trails behind the museum for an idyllic setting if you’re a runner!
Desert and mountains
Ever seen such a picturesque building in front of the Sierras? Inspired by the surrounding mountains, our hatchery was built to last. Expert craftsmen — led by Charles Dean of the State Department of Engineering — teamed up with Fish and Game Commissioner M.J. Connell to design a striking, durable building. Construction started in late March of 1916 with the goal of completing the project in the spring of 1917 — just in time to receive the first eggs. With the help of local builders, Mt. Whitney Fish Hatchery opened its doors in 1917.
Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

2 out of 5
440 S Edwards St Independence CA
The price is SAR 330 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
SAR 330
SAR 370 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Independence. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (77 reviews)
Clean room, easy check in/check out

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge
Independence Courthouse Motel

Independence Courthouse Motel

2 out of 5
157 N Edwards Street Independence CA
The price is SAR 349 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
SAR 349
SAR 430 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Independence. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Great hospitality from owner at checkin

Reviewed on 17 January 2026

Independence Courthouse Motel
Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp

2 out of 5
515 S Edwards St Independence CA
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 458 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
SAR 458
SAR 513 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Independence. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Doesn’t look like much from the outside, but what a lovely place to stay. We stayed in the Bailey cabin and we were so comfortable

Reviewed on 6 October 2025

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Palisades Lodge of Big Pine

The Palisades Lodge of Big Pine

3.5 out of 5
110 N Main St Big Pine CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Big Pine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping.
The Palisades Lodge of Big Pine
***Mt Whitney View Home!

***Mt Whitney View Home!

Lone Pine CA
Stay at this vacation home in Lone Pine. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Museum of Western Film History and Mt. Whitney ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
The house was great! It was well appointed with everything you'd need. Kitchen had everything you'd need to cook and enjoy a meal. Very clean, nicely decorated, awesome views of Mt. Whitney, and fantastic hosts that made sure we enjoyed our stay. Will be booking with them again!

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

***Mt Whitney View Home!
Comfy Bungalow

Comfy Bungalow

Lone Pine CA
Stay at this vacation home in Lone Pine. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Museum of Western Film History ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
We were familiar with Lone Pine and really like the main street vibe and the restaurants and shops, along with the snow covered mountains nearby. This home was very walkable to the main street and it was super clean and had the amenities we were looking for. Especially liked the comfortable bed, ...

Reviewed on 9 January 2026

Comfy Bungalow
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Manzanar

Manzanar National Historic Site

Find out about the history of Independence with a stop at Manzanar National Historic Site. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

Manzanar National Historic Site

Onion Valley Trailhead

You can take time to visit Onion Valley Trailhead during your travels to Independence. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Onion Valley Trailhead

Eastern California Museum

You can study the exhibits at Eastern California Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Independence. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Eastern California Museum