4th of July 2008 Camping Trip @ Mammoth Lakes

[nfpgasmask]

Well, I just got off a not-so-encouraging phone call with the Mammoth Lakes ranger office. The lady told me that she does not know if the two sites you mentioned James, will be open. She said as of now, they are not.

Also, she said that the 4th of July weekend is their busiest weekend all summer, which is to be expected, but is still not very encouraging. She said it is difficult to get a reservation down there during this time.

Therefore, if we want to make this happen, we should probably act soon.

James, as a Mammoth Lakes area resident, are you sure you don't know of any "secret local spots" that we could camp in? Maybe just somewhere in the Inyo National Forest that is not a designated campsite? Or is that not allowed? I don't know what California's laws are regarding back country camping in National Forests.

Anyway, just a thought.

Bart

[snowtrooper1966]

After looking around, I was thinking Twin Lakes campground would be the best spot, but checking online, all the reserved spots are taken. There are first come first served spots available @ Twin Lakes & Lake Mary.
I know for sure both campgrounds will be open on the 4th.
I will check around and see what I can find out about "secret spots"....
Best,

[cyronman]

Maybe the weekend after the 4th0july?

[nfpgasmask]

Maybe the weekend after the 4th0july?

Well, sure, we could, I was just hoping to have that extra day off....but if it doesn't work out, I'm down.

Bart

[nfpgasmask]

James, any updates? Do you think it will be too busy down there for the 4th?

CrnCnn/Ascinder: How are your vehicles? If we don't get down to Mammoth for the 4th, maybe we could do the Petroglyphs? James, would you be willing to come up this way if camping down there doesn't pan out?

Bart

[CrnCnn]

I just looked at mine yesterday and saw nothing to obvious. I need new rotors that’s for sure but the clicking has got me. I lubed up the CV that was run with a loose boot but didn’t seem to fix it. I will look at my transfer case fluid and front diff levels soon. It is really loud in 4low. I wouldnt feel good about driving all the way there with out knowing whats wrong.

[Triathlete]

CrnCnn, is the clicking all the time, just when turning, just under acceleration...?
If you have the trooper skids you might check to see if the front plate has been bent towards the front of the drive shaft. Others and myself have had this problem.

[snowtrooper1966]

Did you all go camping without me
I am very worried, haven't seen a post by gasmask in days
It's getting close, and I am all geared up! I will have an extra queen sized air mattress and chairs.
Anyone getting close to nailing down amount of extra attendees?
Best,

[nfpgasmask]

Did you all go camping without me
I am very worried, haven't seen a post by gasmask in days
It's getting close, and I am all geared up! I will have an extra queen sized air mattress and chairs.
Anyone getting close to nailing down amount of extra attendees?
Best,

I am back now. I went camping with 3 of my buddies from Chicago. Good times.

I think just my brother will be coming down with us, so it will be me, my wife and my brother.

James, is the campsite nailed down? I am going to PM you my cel number.

Bart

[snowtrooper1966]

Hey Bart!
I am just waiting for the numbers from everyone to decide if we need 2, 3 or 4 campsites. Each accomodates 6 people. I am planning on securing the sites a few days (Tuesday) early to make sure we are good. It will cost more, but I think we sould do that to ensure we are locked in...
Best,

[nfpgasmask]

Hey Bart!
I am just waiting for the numbers from everyone to decide if we need 2, 3 or 4 campsites. Each accomodates 6 people. I am planning on securing the sites a few days (Tuesday) early to make sure we are good. It will cost more, but I think we sould do that to ensure we are locked in...
Best,

OK, well, I will probably have 2 tents with me and my wife and my brother, total, 3 people. I can chip in extra money to hold our spots as well.

Thanks!

Bart

[snowtrooper1966]

I think I should try to get all four spots as seen on the map, page 4 of this thread, so every group has a spot to themselves, but still in the same area.
Any thoughts?

[CrnCnn]

Well we are out. My sister is coming to town that weekend now.

[snowtrooper1966]

She dosen't like to camp?

[CrnCnn]

Not really she is a city girl. Besides my mom is paying for her flight so she would probly not come any how