HWY 395 first week of April

[WTSMatt]

I have a little over a week off starting March 31 and looking to explore HWY 395 between the Mammoth and Tahoe areas. I do not believe there has been a lot of snowfall this season over there but do know at the higher elevations there will be. Looking to do some dispersed camping, driving, and relaxing. Would like to visit Bodie as well. Hoping to get some tips or suggestions on trails, camp spots, hot springs, other sites to see, etc. Any and all advice is appreciated.
Matt

 

[WTSMatt]

Still looking for some info, thanks.

 

[Sparksalot]

There is , or was, all kinds of stuff in just about every canyon on the eastern slope of the Sierras. It’s been a very long time and I have no idea of the access any longer.

my dad and I used to explore all along Movie Rd. In the area everyone calls Alabama Hills now. Never used to be anyone out there.

for pure scenery, the June Lake Loop was pretty spectacular.

 

[WTSMatt]

Awesome, thanks! Hoping the weather is decent enough and the trails not too snowed over

 

[Sparksalot]

Awesome, thanks! Hoping the weather is decent enough and the trails not too snowed over

I used to love going up and down that highway. It’d take a week to cover the area you’re looking at. I’d do it once or twice a year with my dad, riding along while he was working. I took a lot of trout out of the streams and lakes.

 

[Jim SoG]

Look here fo9r some ideas:

Traveling California's Route 395 Along the Eastern Sierras - Ardent Camper

Route 395 in California's Eastern Sierras is one of the most stunning drives in the country. Here are some of my favorite sites along it.

www.ardentcamper.com

California's Epic 395: Hidden Gems Along the Way

Our family has traveled on I395 for over 50 years and we are off again to revisit favorites and discover new treasures. Highway 395 is most often used to travel

maps.roadtrippers.com

Eastern Sierra Fishing Maps | Dave's Sierra Fishing

Map of Eastern Sierra from Markleeville to Big Pine Creek, showing all the best fishing destinations, links to detailed maps; fishing, camping information.

www.davessierrafishing.com

Highway 395 Road Trip (40+ Stops): Hikes, Food, Fossils & Lakes - California Through My Lens

Highway 395 is probably my favorite road in California. It is the road that parallels the Eastern Sierra’s and provides access to some of the best hiking, lakes and adventures you can find in California. I have driven the portion from Victorville to Reno many times and wanted to compile my top...

californiathroughmylens.com

Davessierrafishing link takes you to a map with 395 divided up and selectable areas, once selected a map and more info for that area opens up.......


Sounds and looks like a trip I need to make going the other way.......

Jim

 

[genocache]

I've been to Bodie twice, the more enjoyable way in(more like overlanding) was coming up from Hwy 167.
Camping at Big Horn Campgrounds in the Walker State Park is nice. Walker River State Recreation Area | State Parks

 

[WTSMatt]

Great help folks!! I really appreciate it and this community!