Save the date: April 28th, 2012

The annual pilgrimage is held every year on the last Saturday of April at the northwest corner of the former camp site, near the cemetery monument.

The Manzanar National Historic site is approximately 210  miles north of Los Angeles, along Highway 395 and takes approximately 4 1/2 hours driving time.

Manzanar is located between Lone Pine and Independence.  It is on the west side of Highway 395,  approximately 9 miles north of Lone Pine on your left.  You will notice two stone houses.

For Directions, click here.


Tune your radio to AM 1610 as you near Manzanar National Historic Site. Listen to current information about Interpretive Center hours, special events, and other timely information.

Overnight Accommodations

Dow Villa Motel, Lone Pine: (760) 876-5521
Best Western Frontier, Lone Pine: (760) 876-5571
Comfort Inn, Lone Pine: (760) 876-8700
Independence Courthouse Motel, Independence: (760) 878-2732
Winnedumah Hotel Bed & Breakfast, Independence: (760) 878-2040
Grays Meadow Campground (west of Independence): (800) 280-2267
Diaz Lake and other campgrounds: (near Lone Pine) (760) 876-5656

Other Points of Interest


Eastern California Museum - Located five miles north of Manzanar in Independence, California; the museum contains a significant collection of photos, drawings, paintings, and artifacts associated with Manzanar. The Museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is closed Tuesdays and Holidays.  Their website is:  http://inyocounty.us/ecmuseum/ecmdhome.htm


Dress


Wear comfortable walking shoes, layers of clothing for weather changes. Bring sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. Dust and high winds are possible. The altitude is 3,500-4,000 feet above sea level. Sanitized toilets will be on site. Water will be available during the pilgrimage. Pack a lunch, as there is no food service at the site. Restaurants are available in Lone Pine, Independence, and Bishop.


Bus from Los Angeles


    To be arranged.

The Day Program

The Interfaith Memorial Service

Manzanar At Dusk (MAD)


Past Pilgrimages

For more information, call (323) 662-5102 or email us at info@manzanarcommittee.org