We are curious to see the changes that will take place on this landscape as Los Angeles begins to return some of the water they have diverted from the Owens Valley over the past years. Arriving in Lone Pine, the area abounds with photo adventures and the town offers lodging in several modest, but nice, motels. Especially recommended is the Alabama Hills Inn. It is a good value, clean and comfortable. Another nice establishment is the Best Western Frontier.
Eating is more of a challenge but there are several adequate establishments.
About a mile south of town, at the junction of Hiway 136 is the Eastern Sierra Inter Agency Visitor's Center. The first suggested side trip from Lone Pine is to Horsheshoe Meadow. From Lone Pine take Whitney Portal Road, turn South on Horseshow Meadow Road and drive about 20 miles as the road climbs 6,000 feet and ends at the meadow. The route is usually open from May thru October. Gentle Cottonwood Creek wanders through the meadow which is surrounded by forest.