Michal C Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Hi All, It was indeed a fantastic trip!!! On the first day we met at Bridgeport and took a scenic route to Bodie and then to Mono Lake. We stayed at a fantastic little semi-developed campground (Upper Deadman) which is about 20 miles south from Mono Lake (quite close to the beginning of the Laurel Lakes trail. After some much needed rest, we took off to Laurel Lakes (10,000 feet elevation). I stayed by the Lake (primitive campground) while Antonio and Ruppert got back to Upper Deadman Campground - the route to Laurel Lakes is not accessible to trailers and thus they had to get back to their tents. On the third day we decided to follow the Sand Canyon trail which was quite challenging at times but super fun. Instead of staying by the lake at the end of the trail (which turned out not to be as picturesque as described in guide books), we drove back to Sonora Pass and stayed at the most amazing primitive campground by the Levitt Lake (a must to see as it is simply stunning). All trails were pretty easy to moderate at times and are accessible to all high clearance LRs. If you like camping in the wilderness - this is definitely the trip to add to our annual schedule. Also - this is a good trip to include our families I attach some of the pics. See you all in 3 weeks at the annual. Best, Michal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michal C Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 More pictures from the trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Great pics everyone! Sorry I missed it, maybe next time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLOHybrid Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Antonio I shall be driving a Range Rover(naturally) but it won't be the new 95 purchase! Ron that looks like Colorado not the Eastern Sierras Nethan, are you bringing your new rrc to the annual? Yes, the mammoth area had beautiful places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astateofmike Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Antonio I shall be driving a Range Rover(naturally) but it won't be the new 95 purchase! You bought ANOTHER ONE? At least bring extra sheet metal or stay off of Tank Traps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AA Journey Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 "Ron that looks like Colorado not the Eastern Sierras" I know it looks like Colorado but the picture was actually taken on the Eastern Sierras. CA has many of the highest mountains from the 48 states. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLOHybrid Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Actually planned on having Gryphon hang out with Nolan and probably will drive Corinne's L322 so no off roading whatsoever. QUOTE=astateofmike;28126]You bought ANOTHER ONE? At least bring extra sheet metal or stay off of Tank Traps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astateofmike Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Currently I am coming alone and bringing a tent cot and the SWB. The annual always falls real close to my Bday, and since I missed Mojave due to weather, the wife gave me the day (after soccer until noon) and the night to just go hang... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sasquatch Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Looks like an awesome trip! It's amazing how much the abandoned mining camps have degraded over the last year. Great pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDeWitt Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 Awesome pics and trail logs guys! Anyone ever go the other way to Masonic, or Aurora, etc? I travelled a lot of that terrain following my Grandpa's notes and stories about his Gold and Silver mining experiences. Was sad that I didn't't have the weekend to join you guys on this expedition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlysonH Posted September 23, 2013 Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 What a beautiful trip! I really wish I hadn't told my boss Mojave was cancelled so I could have gone. I hope you guys will do this trip again and invite the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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