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City / State:
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Caples Lake, CA
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Event Name:
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Lake Winnemucca
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Event Type:
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Seasonal Walk
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Event ID:
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86067 2010/Y1844
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Distance - Trail Ratings:
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6K, 11K - 3+
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Description:
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THERE IS NO START BOX AT CARSON PASS. This easy hike takes you to Lake Winnemucca, a pristine wilderness lake at the base of Round Top Peak. This walk gives you the most "bang for the buck" when it comes to effort and scenic reward. My 84 year old mother hiked this trail. The 6K walk goes to Frog Lake, a smaller and less scenic pond. Email your questions about this walk.
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Amenities:
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Strollers: None | Wheelchairs: None | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
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Special Classifications:
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Authors and Literary Landmarks, Waterfalls
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Start Times:
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Daily dawn to dusk
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Location:
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Carson Pass, State Route 88
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Start Point / Driving Directions:
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THERE IS NO START BOX AT CARSON PASS. Contact the POC. Carson Pass, State Route 88. From Meyers at the junction of US50 and SR89, go south (right if you are going toward Lake Tahoe) on 89 for 11 miles to SR88. Turn right (west) and drive 10 miles to the summit of Carson Pass. From Stockton, take SR 88 east to the summit of Carson Pass (several miles east of Caples Lake). Email your questions about this walk.
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Awards & Fees:
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IVV Credit Only
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Comments:
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You must contact the POC to register for this walk! A signed start card and credit payment (make checks out to “SWS”) can be mailed to the address shown. There may be snow covering the trail near the beginning and/or end of the Seasonal period, so contacting the POC is a must. Peak wildflower season is July. There is no water along the route nor at the start – bring a filter that eliminates giardia or bring plenty of water. This is a high elevation walk and there is one short stretch that is rated 4. Be prepared for wind and rain. Late afternoon downpours are common in the Sierras as well as low humidity – bring lots of water. You will be entering the Mokelumne Wilderness, so there are no services, only beautiful scenery. Dogs must be on a leash at all times, even yours. Groups are limited to 12 people. There is a parking fee at Carson Pass ($5 as of June 2009) and the only restrooms are there. Email your questions about this walk. California County: Alpine
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Host Club:
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Sacramento Walking Sticks
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Contact:
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Steve Hughart (916) 364-5063
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Website:
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www.SacramentoWalkingSticks.org
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E-Mail Contact:
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hugharts@sbcglobal.net
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