Mono Lake Tufa

Mono Lake Tufa

I have been going to Mammoth during the winters on a regular basis for over 20 years, but this was my first time in the area during the summer – a long overdue experience.  You really don’t need any specific reason to want to visit the High Sierras in the...
Alabama Hills

Alabama Hills

Alabama Hills is not in Alabama.  Often referred to as the budget Joshua Tree experience, Alabama Hills may break the budget on the impressive views of Mt Whitney and the Sierra Nevadas. The Alabama Hills are a range of hills and rock formations near the eastern slope...
Trona Pinnacles

Trona Pinnacles

Trona Pinnacles is not located on another planet, but at first glance, you may come to that conclusion if your imagination was so inclined.  Located just to the south of Death Valley National Park, Trona Pinnacles is an easy introduction to extreme desert conditions...