Alabama Hills is quickly becoming a favorite destination of ours, being a mere 3.5 hour drive from Los Angeles, and such an effortless trip with gorgeous views no matter what. We can easily drive up for the weekend and get our fill of rocky desert landscapes and pine-tree laden mountain landscapes all in one place. Alabama Hills is at the foot of Mt. Whitney, and covered in odd rock formations that pile up and create perfect hidden campsites and viewpoints. People visit to go bouldering and climbing, to go biking down the dirt roads, and can easily make the quick drive to Whitney Portal for great hiking. Camping in Alabama…