On our trip to Vegas, we saw many sides of the Sierras. We drove down the west side on the way there, up the east side on the way back.
Rocks, trees, sky
On the western side of the Sierras we drove through some fire damaged areas.
At the top of the pass
River rafting drop in spot
Upstream the river is calm
Fishing spot
Southern end of Lake Isabella
Info about the pass. Also a place to tuck water jugs for the Pacific Crest hikers
It's a lonely road
Long way from anywhere. After this it is just a few hours to Barstow and Vegas.
After Vegas, we went up the East side of the mountains. Even more remote feeling and smaller towns.
Perspective is tough with all that sky. It is hard to judge if those mountains are 5, 15, or 50 minutes away.
Erosion, the best natural force.
To get over the Sierras you travel through Yosemite park. We made it through just as they were closing down for the season.
At this viewing area you can spot Half Dome from the other side.
Of course none of these pictures really do it justice, but hopefully is a taste of the beauty.
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