Scenic 395 - The Official Guide 2018/2019

I f you are looking for unique landscapes to explore and photograph, the Eastern side of the Sierra Nevada has many options. Three easily accessible locations are Fossil Falls, the Ala- bama Hills, and the Ancient Bristlecone Forest in the White Mountains east of U.S. 395. Just north of Inyokern/Ridge- crest on 395 is Fossil Falls. An- cient lava flows of basalt and ob- sidian create a black rock water- fall where the Owens River once flowed. Waves of solid stone that were once flowing lava and then carved by water and wind over thousands of years may not be what you would expect to find in a desert setting. Once covered by massive lakes and rivers, the dry desert still covers a lot of geot- hermal activity and underground aquifers. Cinder cones and hot springs dot the landscape all along U.S. 395. Truly a trip back in time geo- logically and historically, along the trail to the Falls are rock cir- cles that were once locations used by Native Americans to camp, and you can often find ob- sidian arrowheads (don’t pick them up; they are protected). You might also discover ancient rock art or petroglyphs carved thousands of years ago by native Shaman traveling in this area. Watch for local critters like birds of prey, rattlesnakes, coyotes and other desert animals who might just show up to pose for your camera. To get there take the marked paved road past Pearsonville to 2018-2019 Scenic 395 27 Lone Pine Full Hook-Ups • Pool & Spa • Cabins • Mini Mart • Wi-Fi Pull Throughs • Laundry • Clubhouse • Golf Nearby Complimentary Muffins & Coffee Dog Park • HOV Access 760.876.4243 www.bouldercreekrvresort.com Approx. 4 miles South of Lone Pine East Side of Hwy 395 RV RESORT GIFT STORE Western Gateway to Death Valley National Park AllAmenities •FreeHighSpeed Internet CenterofTown •Pool&Spa Golf •SeniorDiscounts •SmokeFree MajorCreditCards TheGrillRestaurantAdjacent Family Owned & Operated Since 1957 310 South Main Street Lone Pine, CA ThreeDiamond Award • Refrigerator • In-Room Spa • Room Coffee • Free WiFi • HBO in all rooms Microwave • AC/Heating • Cable Color TV • Swimming Pool • Direct Dial Phones • 800-845-2362 RESERVATIONS ONLY www.mtwhitneymotel.com 305N.Main(Downtown)•LonePine,CA•760-876-4207 Mt. Whitney Motel All Major Credit Cards Capturing the light DANI LAVI VIA WIKIMEDIA COMMONS Continued on Page 28