In June we reserved campsites in Redwood National Park for Labor Day weekend, but canceled them at the last minute to join a few friends in Mammoth Lakes.  Lee had never been and I had only been once for my 30th birthday - so we took advantage of the small group going and joined in.  We snuck out of town Friday afternoon and had a beautiful drive through Tioga Pass in Yosemite before the sun set.  We dined at the Whoa Nellie Deli and then continued on to Mammoth to join up with the crew.  We had a fabulous weekend of gorgeous weather and beautiful hiking - not to mention breakfast at Schat's Bakery multiple times.

Saturday we hiked to Shadow Lake and then visited Devil's Postpile.  Sunday we toured Mary, George, Horseshoe and Twin Lakes.  Then, while the crew rested back at the cabin, Lee and I drove to Mono Lake for sunset.  It was pretty darn cool.   Monday was abbreviated to some degree given the return trip home, but we still enjoyed a beautiful afternoon in Yosemite hiking to May Lake.  It was easy to get to and awfully beautiful! We enjoyed connecting with friends and spending yet another weekend outdoors.  We've been fortunate this summer to do a lot of that!

Pictures are in the gallery.