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12-16-2010, 02:56 PM
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Depends on the time of year for Bodie.
At this time of the year, Bodie is probably totally snowed in. And there can be snow on 395 sometimes as well........I have been receiving dump alerts from Mammoth Mountain which is just south of Mono Lake.....
You are right about the downhill being the challenge. The mountains are not that high.....I think the summits are only about 4900 feet or so but remember that Badwater is 280 feet below sea level......so the uphill should not be a problem....it is controlling your down hill speed that is the challenge. p
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12-16-2010, 06:38 PM
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Shasta Lake City
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Baker to Death Valley....
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Originally Posted by SteSpot
At this time of the year, Bodie is probably totally snowed in. And there can be snow on 395 sometimes as well........I have been receiving dump alerts from Mammoth Mountain which is just south of Mono Lake.....
You are right about the downhill being the challenge. The mountains are not that high.....I think the summits are only about 4900 feet or so but remember that Badwater is 280 feet below sea level......so the uphill should not be a problem....it is controlling your down hill speed that is the challenge. p
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Yep...I think you'er right... maybe the best way in and out of Death Valley in the winter would be thru Baker north to Shoshone than the Park. I think all of the other Hwy passes in/out are approx. 5,000 Elevation. Trex
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12-16-2010, 10:53 PM
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1964 22' Safari
modesto
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Weather
Hey you guys it looks like a pretty big storm headed our way. Find some high ground. Do not stay in low areas, gullies and washes. Flash floods can hit you even if it is not raining were you are.
Dennis
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12-17-2010, 01:12 AM
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1981 20' International
Shasta Lake City
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Quote:
Originally Posted by batman
Hey you guys it looks like a pretty big storm headed our way. Find some high ground. Do not stay in low areas, gullies and washes. Flash floods can hit you even if it is not raining were you are.
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Safe and sound in Shasta Lake City Calif..... I did get my floor painted with smart primer today. Ready for cabinets, pannels, and new flooring! But you'er right, its going to rain and snow (5,000+ elevation), here for the next five daze. Good thing Shasta Lake City is 200 feet above the great sacramento river, folks down river arn't so lucky. Trex
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12-18-2010, 09:40 AM
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Tucson
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We're getting ready to leave for Death Valley tomorrow, the NWS forecast for Furnace Creek is predicting 20%-60% chance of rain today through Tuesday!
7-Day Forecast for Latitude 36.45°N and Longitude 116.87°W (Elev. -183 ft)
Of course a chance of rain in the desert often means it's best to keep your windshield washer fluid tank filled.
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12-18-2010, 10:00 AM
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Check out this video
This storm happened in August 2007 but this video tells the story of what can happen in the desert with just 2 inches of rain.......so be on the alert for flash flooding. And have a great trip..this also shows how great the rangers are in DV.......p
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12-19-2010, 11:39 AM
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Shasta Lake City
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SteSpot
This storm happened in August 2007 but this video tells the story of what can happen in the desert with just 2 inches of rain.......so be on the alert for flash flooding. And have a great trip..this also shows how great the rangers are in DV.......p
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Nice post and good information..... Trex
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01-05-2011, 08:17 PM
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1976 Argosy 26
Tucson
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Thanks to All!
I just wanted to say, "Thanks" to all the forum members for their input, advice, pictures and videos concerning Death Valley NP. We did get to the Park over the week between Christmas and New Years. Wow! Can't believe we hadn"t come here before. We parked the Argosy at an RV Park in Tecopa Hot Springs and took the Tundra for exploration trips into the Park. Because it was so cold, I'm glad we splurged for electric. Plus, we were able to soak in really relaxing hot water at the end of the day. We'll definately be back!
Gatorboy
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01-06-2011, 04:57 AM
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2005 28' International CCD
Deer Harbor
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I'm on my way
Can't wait, I am on my way.....will be in Death Valley on or about 16 Jan after a stop at the Mojave National Preserve.
we are at Buckskin State Park near Parker, Az headed for Lave Havasu and then Bullhead City......
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01-06-2011, 11:15 AM
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1981 20' International
Shasta Lake City
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Nice!!!!
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Originally Posted by gatorboy
I just wanted
to say, "Thanks" to all the forum members for their input, advice, pictures and videos concerning Death Valley NP. We did get to the Park over the week between Christmas and New Years. Wow! Can't believe we hadn"t come here before. We parked the Argosy at an RV Park in Tecopa Hot Springs and took the Tundra for exploration trips into the Park. Because it was so cold, I'm glad we splurged for electric. Plus, we were able to soak in really relaxing hot water at the end of the day. We'll definately be back!
Gatorboy
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Gatorboy... Did you make it to China Ranch Date Farm, just south of Tecopa? Fun 1/2 day trip from Tecopa and a great place to pick up some last minute xmas gifts.
It put a smile on my face when I saw that you stayed at one of the RV parks w/hot springs in the Tecopa area. I love that area and hope to return before summer.
Trex "See you in Walley World this summer...or not!"
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01-06-2011, 07:13 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1976 Argosy 26
Tucson
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Tasty
Rex,
Gatorboy... Did you make it to China Ranch Date Farm, just south of Tecopa? Fun 1/2 day trip from Tecopa and a great place to pick up some last minute xmas gifts.
Yes we did make it to China Date Ranch. Here's the obligatory pic of yours truly enjoying a Date Shake!
Gatorboy
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01-06-2011, 09:23 PM
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Shasta Lake City
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