Alabama Hills Recreation Area
Heartworn H.
Reviewed Sep. 29, 2018

Excellent dispersed camping in eastern Sierras

If youre comfortable with primitive dispersed camping, this is the place to go in the eastern Sierras. Like walking on mars, the landscape is amazing with endless boulders and unobstructed views of Mt Whitney. I was there in April, and it was quite windy so be prepared for that. If youre setting up a tent, make sure youre able to stake it down securely. With the ground being dry and rocky make sure to pick a spot accordingly. The area is ideal for RV or car camping.

We got some early morning wind and rain, but were rewarded full crisp rainbow that lasted a good 30 minutes, stretching over the landscape. It was quite the scene.

Loaction wise, youre close enough to the town of Lone Pine if you need groceries, laundry or shower, or feel like having a bite or drink at a local watering hole. It also feels far enough away civilization to have a genuine wilderness experience, and little light pollution from town. I look forward to going back!

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  • Review photo of Alabama Hills Recreation Area by Heartworn H., September 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Alabama Hills Recreation Area by Heartworn H., September 29, 2018
  • Review photo of Alabama Hills Recreation Area by Heartworn H., September 29, 2018