395 from Southern California to northern California 37 ft
Is this a good road to see several national parks?
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I would suggest a trip up one side of the Sierras and then back down the other side. That way you can cover everything there is to see on both sides. Unless you're planning to leave WV and drive straight through to California in less than a couple of weeks, Tioga Pass (Highway 120) through Yosemite will probably be open. However, the amount of snow we have had this year (and we're still getting more) it maybe late June before its open. If it isn't, Highway 58 to/from Bakersfield, Highway 50 south of Lake Tahoe, and I-80 between Sacramento and Reno are the only routes over.
On the Eastern side I would add Devil's Postpile National Monument near Mammoth and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest near Big Pine, oldest living things on the planet. Although at 10,000+ft make sure you're in good health to do it. Also make a quick stop at Convict Lake and take a drive around June Lake Loop, both you can do in less than an hour each.
There are many Campgrounds all around both sides that would make it easy park the motorhome and ride wherever you want. It will be an amazing trip no matter what. Enjoy!
On the Eastern side I would add Devil's Postpile National Monument near Mammoth and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest near Big Pine, oldest living things on the planet. Although at 10,000+ft make sure you're in good health to do it. Also make a quick stop at Convict Lake and take a drive around June Lake Loop, both you can do in less than an hour each.
There are many Campgrounds all around both sides that would make it easy park the motorhome and ride wherever you want. It will be an amazing trip no matter what. Enjoy!
