Robinson Creek Canyon and Lundy Canyon are both prominent U-shaped glacier carved valleys in the Eastern Sierra. Robinson Creek Canyon spills into Twin Lakes outside of Bridgeport while Lundy Canyon is just north of Tioga Pass near Mono Lake. Both are favorite spots for viewing fall color in the Eastern Sierra. Of the two, Lundy…
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McGee Creek Fall Color
Fall color season is long gone in the Sierra, but the following couple posts might be helpful to bookmark if you’re looking into experiencing the wonderful fall color show in the Eastern Sierra next autumn. This post is on McGee Creek and the next post will be on some great fall color hikes farther north…
Red and White Mountain
Some of the most interesting and colorful geology in the Sierra lies in a region centered in the Convict Creek and McGee Creek watersheds. The mountains here are composed of brilliant red, white and gray rocks, a stark contrast to the familiar granite that composes most of the Sierra. Instead of the solid nature of…
Little Lakes Valley to Morgan Pass
The trailhead at Mosquito Flat in the Rock Creek area is one of the highest trailheads in the Sierra at just over 10,000 feet and provides easy access to wonderful hiking, climbing and trail running at Little Lakes Valley. The visitor less inclined to travel many miles will find quintessential High Sierra scenery within merely…
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