[pct-l] Lone Pine vs Independance resupply:

[Ron Dye]

I am the world's foremost (self-proclaimed) expert on this topic - just
kidding.  I heartily recommend going to Lone Pine by exiting over Kersearge
Pass.  I do not recommend exiting near Horseshoe Meadow because there is far
less traffic in that area than there is at the Onion Valley (Kersearge Pass)
trailhead.  If you exit from Horseshoe Meadows you will have only left
Kennedy Meadows about three days prior.  By going out KP you will have been
over Forester Pass (and Mount Whitney if you elect to do so).  That will
give you a real taste of what the remainder of the Sierra can be like.  KP
is a pleasant hike both ways with lots of vehicular traffic to the
campground at the trailhead.

Now, when you exit from KP you will be in Independence where there is not
much of anything.  Reports I have heard on lodging are that it is adequate.
However, if you take a southbound hitch about 10-15 miles - and Highway 395
is a well-travelled road - you find yourself in Lone Pine.  In Lone Pine,
the best breakfast and lunch are at the Alabama Hills Café - they feed hiker
portions to everyone all year around.  There is a Pizza Factory although I
find his prices ridiculously high.  The Carousel Restaurant offers excellent
asian cuisine and Seasons Restaurant is always good if you're looking for an
upscale dining experience.  For lodging, I recommend the Dow Villa Hotel.
This rustic building built around 1923 has a tremendous history and exudes
character.  While old, the building is immaculate, everything works and the
staff is very hiker-friendly.  You can also stay at the Hostel for about $25
a day, but the Dow provides you with more privacy, security, and a pool and
HOT TUB!!!   If you take a zero day, be sure to visit the Lone Pine Film
Museum at the south end of town.

Elevations is an equipment store that has quality hiking gear, reasonable
prices and on occasion, the owner has been known to give a 5% discount to
PCT hikers!  This is an excellent place to replace anything that needs it
without having to take a serious side-trip to Bishop which is 60 miles
north.

Most importantly, Joseph's Bi-Rite Market has been in business over 100
years and has anything you need for re-supply.  Gardner's True-Value
hardware across the highway has denatured alcohol and other items you might
need.

Enjoy your stay.  I always do.

-----Original Message-----
From: pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net [mailto:pct-l-bounces at backcountry.net]
On Behalf Of Paul Robison
Sent: Sunday, December 05, 2010 9:01 AM
To: pct-l at backcountry.net
Subject: [pct-l] Lone Pine vs Independance resupply:

from those who have been to these places,

which is an easier hitch?  lone pine seems too close to KM to really bother 
with, but with al lthe extra sierra's gear i might want more stops  (less
food 
to save weight)

any thoughts?


      
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