Kate Harris

Still Open Despite Fire at the Bivy

by KateMay 22, 2026

Still Open Despite Fire at the Bivy Due to a serious fire that occurred on our property on May 19, (see details below) we have 5 of our 18 rooms out of commission for the time being. We are working tirelessly with the help and support of our community to...

Lucy is OK!

by KateMay 22, 2026

Many of you have reached out to ask about our Bivy kitty, Lucy, after the fire. She is OK! We are so thankful! Lucy will be here to greet you the next time you're here!

Winter Adventures in Bishop, CA

by KateNovember 6, 2019

Many believe that summer is the best time for outdoor adventures, but think again. Bishop has a lot to offer in the winter season that will keep your adventures going. Bouldering If you're into bouldering, then you know that the Buttermilks is one of the best places to boulder. So...

5 Totally Underrated Attractions on the West Coast

by KateOctober 17, 2019

About the author: Tara Schatz | Writer for The Discoverer Tara is a freelance writer and photographer with a passion for outdoor adventures. She currently blogs at Back Road Ramblers, where she shares travel tips, adventure destinations, and family vacation ideas for the wanderer in everyone. Her goal is to...

Why I Adore The City of Bishop and Eastside Guesthouse

by KateJune 12, 2019

Guest Post by Kate Cornelius Hi there! I’m Kate, also known as “Wallaby” to my hiker friends. I’m an Oregon->New York transplant spending the summer solo hiking part of the Pacific Crest Trail. The PCT is a 2,650+ mile trail that runs from the US border with Mexico to the...

Everything You Need to Know About Mule Days

by KateMay 18, 2019

The 50th annual celebration of Mule Days is here! Come see the Greatest Mule Show on Earth in our very own Bishop, CA. If you’re new to Mule Days, come join us this year! Tens of thousands of people come from all over the world to celebrate the hardworking Mule!…

Spring Hikes Near Bishop

by KateApril 27, 2019

Spring is here and so are all of the trails opening up as the snow starts to melt. We always get excited at this time of the year and want to share in what hikes we like to do in the spring. Rock Creek to Long Lake Trail About: This…