MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters are battling a wildfire in the Eastern Sierra that has led to the evacuation of a campground and several ranches and private developments near Mammoth ...

In the shadow of Mt. Whitney, local officials frustrated by U.S. Forest Service budget cuts want to take charge of recreation facilities in the Eastern Sierra. Some conservationists are wary.

The campground offers 94 camping spots for tents and RVs, but they are fully booked 97.2% of the year, according to The Dyrt. Twin Lakes is particularly popular due to its amenities, including ...