Gull Lake Rope Swing

If you grew up around June Lake, chances are you’ve got a story about this rope swing. Kids launch themselves off into Gull Lake all summer long, and honestly it never gets old to watch — or do. The setup is straightforward but that’s the whole point; there’s nothing between you and cold Sierra water except a little nerve. Best for kids around 6 and up, though the older ones tend to monopolize it once word gets out. Families come back season after season, which tells you everything you need to know.