10.10 Mesquite Flats Sand Dunes in Death Valley
A favorite—I think it tells a story Shadows, even in the desert Backdrop at Mesquite Flats Editor takes five After leaving the charming town of Bishop…charming? The charm is perhaps, hidden. However, what’s clearly visible are the most wonderful surrounding mountains. The town offers access to some of the most overpowering ranges we have visited, outstanding hikes, a myriad of lakes, snow in winter and views from wherever one stands or even sits. Hiking trails are terrific with many not too far from the town. It is in the heart of the Eastern Sierras. Our targets “Where to now?” We asked our charming editor. ‘The valley,’ she answered. We remember in Johannesburg the boys from the valley, Bez Valley. You did not want to get into a brawl with those guys—brawling was their Saturday night treat. We were old fashioned even in our youth. We preferred to go on a date with a girl. In California, the other valley we know of is the one in Los Angeles County. People alway...