Imagine alien limestone towers emerging from a creepy (but beautiful) lake. Now, add toxic water and dangerous dust storms, ...

It's not against state law to swim in Mono Lake, but it is against the laws of nature. The water in this ancient geological marvel is so thick with salt (more than twice that of sea water) that ...

Reporting from MONO LAKE, Calif. — As this drought-stricken body of salt water recedes, the repercussions mount: Its exposed alkaline flats are giving rise to dust storms. A haven for endangered ...

Just east of the Sierra Nevada is Mono Lake, an ancient body of water that’s become a destination for lovers of its unique geology and natural and cultural history.

Swimming in Mono Lake is quite an experience. The water is extremely buoyant, and you will get very salty so be sure to take along some fresh water to rinse off. The reserve is open from 7 a.m. to ...

Nearly 2 million eared grebes stop at Mono Lake each fall to fatten up on brine shrimp before continuing their migration to Mexico. Some grebes become so fat that they have to fast for a couple of ...

Now scientists have figured out how the fly stays dry even though it can stay submerged for 15 minutes. Yet another otherworldly aspect of Mono Lake.