Backpacking in California

All photos copyrighted by Dave Chapman

Backpacking photos:

Bishop Pass and Dusy Basin

Shepherd Pass and Upper Kern River Basin

Miter Basin and Cottonwood Lakes

Mono Pass, Second Recess and Gabbot Pass

Pear Lake Loop: Alta Meadow, Moose Lake, Tablelands, Watchtower

Gear list: Twenty-pound base weight for backpacking in the High Sierra

Lightweight gear list

Dave Chapman's Storm Chasing and Outdoor Photo Galleries