You did it right. Park the truck and stay put, but wander on foot. Cemetery (check), granite canyon (check), soak (check, check, check), admire Montgomery (check), historical buildings and vehicles (check) and soak some more! You did it all!
Suggestion, assuming you haven't already done it: From Adobe Valley, take Dobe Meadows Rd. north and around east side of Mono. It's a great alternate when 120 is closed from 395 too.
Nice Ski.
We can feel the warmth through your story.
Agreed about "new 4X4 drivers",the signs post 25 MPH under chain control.
Or even if the signs aren't turned seems like if conditions are bad SLOW down.
Oh well enough of the soap box.
Thanks for the great trip.
Frank
A big thank you to all who posted comments about our story of the fun weekend. We really appreciate your kind words! You are sure correct Lighthawk, check, check, check, check, check! Mr. Groovy, we had our eyes out for you and your rig wondering if it was time for your annual visit. takesiteasy, I could sure go for a hot spring soak right now too!