Driving in on Hwy 50, and the Johnson Pass Rd. was fine, but on the way out in the dark, it was very sketchy driving for me. Probably due to all of the snow-plowing, the center line was vague to non-existent, and it lacks reflectors. It was dark as hell, and every other vehicle coming at me seemed to have their "brights" on! Maybe I've reached the age when my rods are failing-- oh well.The Sno Park is 0.6 miles (slightly uphill) off the 50 on Johnson Pass Road. How did you find the traction on that road? Despite no recent snow, on Christmas eve I struggled on it in my Toyota Corolla and have since been launching from the Donner Summit Sno Park.
If you came up the 50, did you notice if the turnout for the Mt Ralston TH (across from Camp Sacramento) has ever been plowed?
Give my regards to Bearzy.
I also notice that when I begin to drive after spending time in the mountains, it all seems too fast. I feel like I am going along at a fine pace, and then see that I am driving 30 MPH. I must piss people off, but its interesting; it makes me wonder if the mountains return us to sanity? It doesn't last long; by the time I reach the freeway, I am hurtling along at 75 as if it's the most natural thing in the world.
Never noticed that turnout Jim.
p.s. Bearzy says "Hi" to you too. Thanks for the comments, Ian.