non hiking suggestions? need help!

Backpacking and camping basics and other general trip planning discussion for the uninitiated. Use this forum to learn where to look for the information you need, and to ask questions, related to the beginner basics of backpacking and camping, including technique and best practices.
Post Reply
User avatar
DavePloessel
Topix Acquainted
Posts: 82
Joined: Tue Sep 04, 2012 9:53 am
Experience: N/A
Location: sandy eggo

non hiking suggestions? need help!

Post by DavePloessel »

So.. Im a bit flummoxed. I busted my foot up pretty bad and have to cancel my planned backpacking trips for this summer owing to spending the next 5 weeks off my feet and then 5 more in a walking cast.

I'm dying to spend some time up in the mountains, but Im only really familiar with areas that are hike in only...

Do any of you have suggestions for a good spot to relax by a river or lake that are accessible by car? I'm talking about away from it all type places. I have a capable four wheel drive vehicle.

I'm thinking alonh the lines of coyote flat, monache meadows... But beyond those two, I don't really know where to go car camping in the Sierras

Thanks!
User avatar
Lett
Topix Novice
Posts: 16
Joined: Wed Oct 31, 2012 5:19 pm
Experience: N/A
Location: Vacaville, CA

Re: non hiking suggestions? need help!

Post by Lett »

Leavitt Lake may suit your purpose. You need a high clearance 4x4 to get there.

http://autoramblings.com/sportsmobile/?p=1928" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
User avatar
87TT
Topix Regular
Posts: 177
Joined: Fri May 20, 2011 10:44 pm
Experience: N/A

Re: non hiking suggestions? need help!

Post by 87TT »

Leavitt Lake
Image
User avatar
balzaccom
Topix Addict
Posts: 2952
Joined: Wed Dec 17, 2008 9:22 pm
Experience: N/A

Re: non hiking suggestions? need help!

Post by balzaccom »

You certainly do! The ranger we talked to said that he bottomed out twice in his 4WD SUV...

Other spots that are nice, and maybe easier on your vehicle include Highland Lakes off Highway 4--as well as Mosquito Lake (don't be misled by the name)

Woods Lake out of Carson Pass, or Blue Lakes or Silver Lakes on the East side...
Check our our website: http://www.backpackthesierra.com/
Or just read a good mystery novel set in the Sierra; https://www.amazon.com/Danger-Falling-R ... 0984884963
User avatar
sekihiker
Founding Member
Posts: 956
Joined: Sun Dec 18, 2005 2:47 pm
Experience: Level 4 Explorer
Location: Fresno
Contact:

Re: non hiking suggestions? need help!

Post by sekihiker »

DavePloessel wrote:I busted my foot up pretty bad
Bummer, Dave. I was looking forward to your TR. Hope everything heals well and quickly.
Post Reply

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 6 guests