World-famous stand of Great Basin bristlecone pines on the White Mountains crest at ~10,000 ft—some of the oldest living trees on Earth. Schulman Grove visitor center, Discovery Trail, and Methuselah Trail offer self-guided access to ancient timberline forest above the Owens Valley desert.
Field facts
| Region | Inyo County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.3855, -118.1770 |
| Manage | Inyo National Forest / USFS |
| Elevation | ~10,000 ft |
| Trails | Discovery / Methuselah loops |
| Season | Typically mid-May–Oct (road snowbound winter) |
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Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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