The wife and I would like to visit the Mammoth Lakes area next week. A lot of the campgrounds are pretty booked and most sites are stacked tight like fine china. We don't need all the amenities like a toilet and showers. I'd like to find a quiet, safe place. My tacoma is very capable. On the west side of the Sierras near Shaver and Huntington Lakes we never camp in "formal" designated campgrounds. Any ideas?
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John McVicker
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This is on the east side, but possibly check out the Virginia Lakes area. 15-20 min north of Lee Vining and just off hwy 395. There are FREE FS campgrounds in the area.
John
John
Coyote Flats West of Bishop
South-West of Mammoth, is Laurel Lakes
South-West of Mammoth, is Laurel Lakes
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Decided to visit Edison Lake and Mono Hot springs. Lots of hikers on the John Muir Trail. A wild storm hammered us Sunday afternoon, had to sit it out for two hours in the truck. Lightning strike nearby sparked a small fire. Had a great time.
hey, that's my spot!!! say hi to my grandparents for me at the high sierra station...
I wish I could say it was me...
Bogo
FOOF
I think it is a 4 pole REI Hobitat and is no longer made. It was replaced by a newer design.
Bogo
FOOF
It was on my short list when I was thinking of replacing my ancient 8'x8' Coleman canvas tent.
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On our last day a big thunderstorm came through and lasted for over 2 hours. Water, hail and even snow. Everything got soaked that was on the ground in the tent. It would be nice to get above the ground for a change. Expensive upgrade.