How much personal gear can I bring?

Each guest is allowed up to 30 lbs. of personal gear; exceeding that will incur additional charges and excess gear is not permitted on riding animals.

Yes—an experienced camp cook prepares hearty meals for guests while staff manage camp logistics.

Can I request special equipment or dietary needs?

Special items and dietary requests can usually be accommodated with prior approval and may incur an additional fee.

What level of hiking is required?

Trips suit people comfortable with moderate hikes and basic campsite routines; exact daily distances depend on the chosen itinerary.

Is fishing available on these trips?

Yes—these camps put you near trout streams and alpine lakes; bring your own fishing license and tackle or confirm guide options in advance.

How do I book or find trip dates?

Trip dates, itineraries, and menus are announced seasonally by the operator; use the referral link in meta to check availability and book.

Cadillac Ride-In Base Camps: Multi-Day Eastern Sierra Trips from Bishop

Just beyond the wide floor of the Owens Valley, Full Service Base Camps brings a different kind of Sierra experience to Bishop, California. The company runs Cadillac Trips—ride-in or hike-in multi-day camps that let you push past trailheads and wake to granite peaks and high-desert skies without the logistics and heavy packs. Arrive by vehicle or on foot, drop off personal gear (30-pound allowance per guest), and let the crew set up a comfortable camp where a cook turns out hot, filling meals each day. The setup puts you close to classic Eastern Sierra features: granite ridgelines, aspen stands, alpine lakes, and trout-filled streams. Popular nearby objectives include high meadow hikes, fishing holes on creeks that feed the Owens River, and vantage points that frame the Sierras’ serrated skyline. What makes these base camps special is the blend of access and ease. Riding animals or pack transport move you deeper into backcountry zones that otherwise require long approaches, so you spend more time on trail and at water than on camp chores. The terrain here shifts rapidly from sagebrush and bitterbrush in the valley to granite slabs and glacially scoured cirques higher up; that geological contrast creates dramatic campsite settings and outstanding fishing pools. Expect clear night skies, sharp mountain light at dawn, and close views of conifers and alpine wildflowers through spring and early summer. The trip is straightforward for people who can hike moderate distances and sleep in a tent: bring a tent and sleeping bag, personal clothing, and a small daypack for excursions. Guides provide basic pack saddles when riding; special equipment requests can usually be accommodated in advance for a fee. Trip dates, itineraries, and menus are scheduled seasonally and announced by the operator. Because the program runs in a fragile alpine-desert interface, practice Leave No Trace: pack out all waste, respect streamside vegetation, and follow staff instructions on animal use zones. The operator limits gear weight per person to keep animal loads safe, so travel light and plan clothing layers carefully. For travelers based in Bishop, these camps are a high-value way to access the Eastern Sierra’s classic landscapes without months of planning. Whether you want a few days of quiet fly-fishing, summit-side views, or a relaxed multi-day walk with hot meals waiting, the Full Service Base Camps Cadillac Trip delivers the scenery, the comfort, and the route-finding know-how that make an Eastern Sierra trip feel like one complete, memorable outing. Bookings typically fit groups from solo travelers to parties of ten, and the staff can tailor daily plans for fishing, short summit attempts, or relaxed photography-focused days, making it a flexible option for mixed-ability groups seeking a managed backcountry experience and real mountain hospitality.