THE HIKE. On Saturday 14 June, we'll venture forth to the Silver Fork area. This mid-elevation hike features Pine, Douglas Fir, California Incense Cedar,...
Yesterday, 14 June 2008, we ventured forth to the Silver Fork area. This is usually my first hike of the season, because the white water there is at its peak,...
Mt. Ralston Peak Round Trip: Seven Miles Level: 4 (some rock scrambling & steepness) Elevation: 6,500 feet at the trailhead and 9,235 feet at the summit ...
Which is the safest route to summit Pyramid Peak? 1. West Ridge from Lake Sylvia 2. Rocky Canyon 3. East Face via Pyramid Creek 4. Other I would like to...
Hi Pat, Many years ago, I went on a Sierra Club hike to Pyramid Peak, via Lake Sylvia. The route was very straightforward, and not hairy. But coming back down...
THE HIKE. We'll explore the Enchanted Pools Loop--which briefly crosses into Desolation Wilderness--starting from Wrights Lake. The upper and lower Enchanted...
I don't think there is a "safe" route when considering Pyramid Peak. No matter what route you take, you are going to hit a huge boulder field the last push to...
We saw a wolverine on that trail last year. We didn't know what it was until we saw a picture of one in the Sacramento Bee a couple months ago. ......
Thank you. I have decided that the Horsetail Falls route will not be the route I will take for my first attempt. I've heard about broken legs...
Thank you, Jackie. It sounds like a beautiful route to take. ... From: Jackie <wackiejackie2000@...> Subject: [Sacramento_Hiking_Group]...
I just have to time to upload my picture from Silver Flor hiking trip. It's wonderful hiking and I never see snow plant before. This is the first time. Here...
The Sacramento Bee's story about the wolverines stated that it was thought they were extinct in California until one was captured on film walking in the snow...
Hey all: I've been hankering to get out in the woods and granite, and it looks like my first opportunity will be Sat, June 28. So, I invite you to join me on...
I was thinking of doing a short overnighter this weekend somewhere up in Desolation... if you go up on Sat maybe I'll hook up with the group & hike in, then...
Hi CA Backpacker, Welcome aboard! All systems are go for the hike as originally planned. So far, Rob and his wife have RSVPd. We'll be starting on the Gertrude...
Folks: I've had a request to stop at Nimbus Winery on my way up the hill from Davis, so will be stopping to meet at 08:15. Please RSVP (if you haven't ...
Hi All: Mary, David and I went up Saturday to hike the Lyon's Creek Trail. As we climbed up US 50, we became more optimistic that we might actually get out of...
Another note of interest to any fisher-persons out there - While we were sitting around the lake having lunch @ Lake Sylvia I couldn't believe the number of...
THE HIKE. On Sunday, we'll venture forth to Showers Lake, starting from Schneiders Cow Camp. If our timing is right, we'll see lots of gorgeous wildflowers in...
Round Top Summit & Winnemucca Lake Loop Bill and I hiked the Round Top Summit and Winnemucca Lake Loop on Friday, July 3, 2008. We started at 9:15 a.m. and...
I've been itching to get out in the sun... and I can't seem to find anyone to go with. I thought I might as well turn to some imaginary friends from the...
Hi Josh, If you're interested, my friend and I are hiking Pyramid Peak this Saturday from Lyons Creek Trailhead. I don't know your level for hiking but this...
Hey thanks, Amy. I would be interested - I like a longer hike that tests you a bit. Unfortunately, I can't go this Saturday. I've got a company rafting trip...
THE HIKE. On Sunday, we'll venture forth to Bassi Falls. Since my last visit many years ago, the Forest Service has improved the dirt road, so that most cars...
My name is Jeff I am an experienced Hiker . I would like to participate in both Hikes Nov 1st Bidwell park and Nov 8th Blue Ridge. meets at sunsplash...