[pct-l] Lone Pine vs Independance resupply:

[Meaghan McCamman]

I would not miss the chance to hike over Kearsarge Pass, whatever you do.
 That was one of the most beautiful parts of the entire thru-hike.
Spillz

On Mon, Dec 6, 2010 at 7:13 AM, <gwschenk at socal.rr.com> wrote:

> An excellent summary.  Here's my two cents.
>
> ---- Ron Dye <chiefcowboy at verizon.net> wrote:
> >
> > 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.
>
> Ray's Den Motel in Independence is the best motel on the 395. Not the
> cheapest though, the Dow Villa is indeed a good stop.
>
> > 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.
>
> The spaghetti with tomato and basil sauce is not only the cheapest item on
> Season's menu, it is also the best item. Avoid the Mt. Whitney Restaurant.
>
> > 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.
>
> I like Elevations a lot, it's hard to believe she can pack as much gear as
> she does into the small store.
>
> > Most importantly, Joseph's Bi-Rite Market has been in business over 100
> > years...
>
> And some of the items on the shelf have been there almost as long. Always
> check the expiration dates, and don't buy the green meat!
>
> Gary
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