HWY 395 Barstow to Carson City

Sherwin Grade from Bishop is 6% for 8 miles. You will climb to 8,000' +
going over Deadman and then Conway Summits. Devil's Gate north of Bridgeport is another climb. None are that big of a big deal in modern equipment. Be careful on the downhills.
There is plenty of room at Glass Creek for your outfit.

Here are some pics and narrative: http://californiathroughmylens.com/highway-395-roadtrip

Are there any really tough pulls?

Just north of Bishop there is a climb. It will get your attention.

HWY 395 Barstow to Carson City, you do know you need to go west on Hwy 58 to 4 corners to get on 395? If you are a Elk member the lodge in Ridgecrest has full hook up spaces, we were there last week. Dick

We like Bolder Creek RV Park in Lone Pine, your rig will fit. If you are western movie fan, visit the Film Museum prior to visiting Alabama Hills where lots of movies were made. Take you toad for visiting Alabama Hills Movie Road. Dick

I don't know if glass Creek can handle my 40' coach; we can unhook the toad. It looks like the climb from Barstow is gradual, is that right? Are there any really tough pulls? That won't deter, just nice to know what to expect. Should be headed that way in a couple of weeks, will be watching the reports, cameras etc. Thanks!

Some CalTrans traffic cams that might interest you:

http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist9/cctv/

The free USFS camp north of Mammoth, mentioned above, is Glass Creek.

I have not taken this road recently. Snow and weather is very changeable, so you need to check weather reports. Generally, if it has not snowed in 2 days, the road will be clear. Beware of sections where the road side snow may have melted, flowed across the highway, and refrozen.

Yes, it is a great drive. Do a dry camp stop in the Alabama hills, or stay in the campground. There is a free national forest campground (no hook ups) just north of the Mammoth Mtn exit.

Enjoy your trip.

Has anyone taken this route recently? I am concerned about the high passes (7500 - 8000+) as far as snow etc.. Also, places to stop and to stay along the route; I understand that there is alot to see, we are in no hurry and like 200miles or so a day. Any info is appreciated. THX TB

Just watch the weather between Bishop and Carson City. Otherwise the road is excellent. At this time of year any snow on the road melts quickly.