Pie in the Sky

We headed out of Mammoth on the US 395 and climbed up to 9,700 feet to Rock Creek. Rock Creek is not only famous for its magnificent lake surrounded by white peaks and the changing colours of the aspen trees; but also for the famous Pie in the Sky at the Rock Creek Lake Resort. The pies are a resort tradition dating back to the 40s. Some of the more popular pie flavours include Dutch Apple, Boysenberry, Blueberry, Lemon Cream, Pecan Chocolate Chip, Fresh Peach, Coconut Cream, Fresh Nectarine, Rhubarb and Chocolate Cream, but the one that I thought topped the list was Cheddar & Pear pie. They make something like 25 pies a day and they always sell out by midday. The secret is to get there mid morning, buy your slice of pie, then take a scenic walk around the lake for half an hour and then sit by the lake enjoying a well deserved slice of heaven!