Sierra Nevada, Lee Vining to Death Valley

[Ted Stoddard]

I can't remember the name but there is a Deli along 395 which has some awesome food... Maybe someone else on here can refresh my memory? Its definitely a great place to eat at...

[Jim Galli]

I can't remember the name but there is a Deli along 395 which has some awesome food... Maybe someone else on here can refresh my memory? Its definitely a great place to eat at...

Whoa Nellie Deli at the Mobil gas station where 120 turns off for Yosemite.

[Ted Stoddard]

Thanks Jim, Its been a while since I been that way....

[Drew Wiley]

You can afford a $35 elk burger? There used to be a fabulous little breakfast place
in Independence. Wonder if it is still there? Haven't found any good food in Bishop yet.
You might also see if Claude Fidler's gallery is still open in Bishop. He's got a lot more respect for actual light than the kind of whorish tourist trash featured at Mtn Light.

[Eric Brody]

I'll recommend eating at Seasons in Lone Pine. I was there in March 2009 and in a few short days managed to have three fabulous meals there.

Eric

[tgtaylor]

Whoa Nellie Deli at the Mobil gas station where 120 turns off for Yosemite.

The Deli may not be open in late October/November as it closes now when the tourists season ends. The pumps remain open.

[Mike Lewis]

I agree with Drew-- spend some time at one or two spots and don't attempt to cover it all. Alabama Hills are good, so is Mono Lake. Whatever you do, don't stop for gas at Lee Vining ($$$).

[Dave Henry]

My newspaper runs a six-week project reporting on the fall color in this area. I started shooting the foliage story 30 years ago. With the internet we began doing daily color updates and photos and includes an interactive map. It might be helpful to your trip. Feel free to email me on the web site if you have any questions. Even though I shoot in the digital world now, I've been shooting LF since the mid-sixties. You will love it over here.

http://www.sacbee.com/leaves

Dave

[Dave Henry]

You can afford a $35 elk burger? There used to be a fabulous little breakfast place
in Independence. Wonder if it is still there? Haven't found any good food in Bishop yet.
You might also see if Claude Fidler's gallery is still open in Bishop. He's got a lot more respect for actual light than the kind of whorish tourist trash featured at Mtn Light.

Wow Drew, that's pretty harsh. Galen was a friend of mine and while his style differs from mine, I still respect the man's talent. Vern Clevenger is another great photographer in the area. He has recently moved his gallery to Mammoth 220 Sierra Manor Road, Unit 4. I spend six weeks in Bishop during the fall foliage season every year. I can usually be found several times a week at BBQ Bills across from Mountain Light Gallery. Great salad bar including ribs!

[Michael Cienfuegos]

Wow Drew, that's pretty harsh. Galen was a friend of mine and while his style differs from mine, I still respect the man's talent. Vern Clevenger is another great photographer in the area. He has recently moved his gallery to Mammoth 220 Sierra Manor Road, Unit 4. I spend six weeks in Bishop during the fall foliage season every year. I can usually be found several times a week at BBQ Bills across from Mountain Light Gallery. Great salad bar including ribs!

Ribs in a salad bar? That's my kind of chow! Yum!