Devil's Post Pile is a unique geological formation well worth taking the time to visit. Access from the 395 is via Highway 203 which runs through Mammoth Lakes and past Mammoth Ski Resort - eventually turning into Postpile Road and then Minaret Summit Road which leads to the Devil's Postpile Trailhead. The drive will take about 45 minutes from Mammoth Lakes. On your way to Devil's Post pile be sure to stop at the little visited Earthquake … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Summer Events
The following is a listing of events that occur in the summer. Most are annual events although the specific data may vary somewhat depending on the year. April Dave McCoy College Classic Ski/Snowboard Race Ski Club Appreciation Day at Mammoth Mountain Fishing Season Opens Fishing Enhancement Fundraising Dinner Mammoth Boarder-X Ski and Golf Classic Rossignol Race Camp at Mammoth May Mammoth High School Band Spring … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Mammoth Ski Resort
Mammoth Ski Resort is appropriately named. The size boggles the mind. It is arguably California's greatest ski resort. Offers a wide diversity of terrain for beginners to experts - many of the slopes, crevasses, moguls, and cornices are extremely challenging. Mammoth's base elevation is about 7,800 feet and the resort rises to a top elevation of 11,053 which is the makes it the highest ski resort in California. There are many different access … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – Hotels
These hotels are listed for the Mammoth vicinity. All prices listed are for 1P/1 room/1 night. Lower rates can usually be found in the fall and spring months. Prices subject to change without notice. Unless otherwise noted all Phone Numbers are in the 760 area code. General 1849 Condominiums are located at 826 Lakeview Blvd. They have 46 rooms, are rated three stars, and their prices range from $120 to $280. Phone Number … [Read more...]
Mammoth, CA – More Info
The following links are provided to help you with your quest to find more information about the beautiful Mammoth Lakes area. Have specific questions about this article? Email: dave@pon.net … [Read more...]
Paros, Greece – Attractions
If you rent a car or moped on Paros you can easily discover attractions on your own. Many small quaint towns are located in the center of the island and on the southeast side. Several beaches are best accessed by a moped because of their rugged and more remote locations. Looking for some time to relax, see Parikia, other small towns on the island while also visiting some beaches? I would highly recommend at least 5 days on Paros. Do not just come … [Read more...]
Bishop, CA – White Mountain Hike
White Mountain is one of 15 summits in California over 14,000 feet. Along with Shasta it is the only other 14,000+ mountain in California outside of the Sierra Nevada mountains. One of the oldest permanent settlements in North America was located 12,600 feet up one of the sides of White Mountain. This is the highest of the former permanent Indian settlements; there are several encampments slightly lower in elevation. The dirt White Mountain road … [Read more...]
Bishop, CA – Fishing
Fishing is excellent in the Owens Valley and in the nearby mountain streams and reservoirs. A good place to begin is the Owens River. One particular location we like to fish and relax at is a stretch of the Owens River found at the end of East Lye street. This street can be found in downtown Bishop. Take it from downtown and drive about 2 or 3 miles east until just before the small bridge that crosses the Owens River. On the right hand side there … [Read more...]
Bishop, CA – Hotels
For a town its size there are a proportionately large number of hotels (and certainly many more hotels then some of its smaller town neighbors in both the north and south). Most offer free Wi-Fi and many are fisherman friendly (offering fish cleaning facilities). Unless otherwise noted all prices range from 1 person/1 room/1 bed to 2 person/1 room/2 beds. All ratings if available are listed with each hotel. Prices are subject to change … [Read more...]
Chamonix, France
Chamonix sits almost in the shadow of western Europe's tallest mountain, Mount Blanc at 15,780 feet in the far southeastern part of France. The town is nestled in the middle of a narrow valley surrounded on both sides by the towering peaks of the Alps. Chamonix is located at about only 3400 feet but it has the feel of being much higher because of the large mountains, glaciers, and snow fields that surround it. The Chamonix Valley stretches … [Read more...]
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