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Lake Aloha, Horsetail falls..... 13-16 miles 4000 ++ elev. gain !!!!

Jul 19
Sat 6:00 AM
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Estimated attendance:  8  people attended.
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Event fee

$1.00 per person

I RESCHEDULED THE HIKE TO JULY 19TH.

Hike Stats:

Start time 6AM (leaving from Walnut Creek) Est. hike start 9am
Distance 13-16 miles
Elevation Gain **estimate** 4500 feet.
Difficulty ADVANCED / STRENUOUS
Poss. parking fee $ 5
Location: Desolation Wilderness, near Lake Tahoe
Group LIMIT 12 hikers (permit)


*** WAIVER** http://files.meetup.c...
PLEASE READ THE WAIVER, I WILL HAVE A COPY TO SIGN WITH ME.

This is a "closed hike" meaning you have to RSVP "no" with the comment "WAITLIST PLEASE
'. Please read the entire description.

I have never taken this route, I got some info from organizers from the Sac. hiking meetup group.

** Carpools: I can take 2-3 hikers and meet in the Walnut Creek Bart Parking lot***

***Camping, some expressed that it is a long way to drive, feel free to explore/set up a campsite for Friday/Saturday night and meet me at the trailhead. I have to be back in the Bay Area early am on Sunday and won't be camping

We need to do a car shuttle since the beginning and the end of the hike are 6 miles apart.


This is a streneous hike which includes rock scrambling or clamber up rocks according to another website, bushwhacking, creek crossing and trail finding
If you have never hiked with me send me a e-mail and we talk about what you have hiked lately.

If you haven't done anything above 12 miles and 3000 feet lately, please do not try to sign up for this hike! We will be starting at 6120feet and go up to 8800 possible 9230 (optional) Hiking at this elevation is more streneous by itself.


Trail head is at Horsetail falls.
http://maps.google.co...

Est. driving time from Walnut Creek 2hrs 40 / 150 miles


We will start (elev. 6120feet) at Horsetail falls follow the trail for 1.4 miles, followed by 1.5 miles on a ummarked/poorly marked trail scrambling up the rocks (It's best to stay 50-75 yards to the left of the stream). to the top and keep going until we reach ropi lake where we should find a marked trail again.
Map for the first part http://www.waterfalls...
Elevation at ropi lake about 7600 feet, we continue to Lake of the woods, lake aloha and return via lake margery, eventually we will reach the turn off (elev. 8800feet) to Ralston Peak, we can decide if we want to do the extra 1.2 miles roundtrip and 450 feet elevation gain, continue on ralston peak trail to camp sacramento.

Highlights of the hike include, waterfalls, streams, lakes, wildflowers, scenic views (from Mt. Ralston)

Important things to bring
* Food
*WATER 3-4 liters, if someone has a filter that would be great to bring along
*INSECT REPELLANT
*Sunscreen ,
*Hat
*maybye something like a gatorade
*towel in case we have to ford the creek (the AO I talked to told me they used a fallen log
and all the usual things you usually take for a long hike

Some links to pic's from the Sacramento meetup group
http://hiking.meetup.... (june 08)

http://hiking.meetup.... (this was in May 08)

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  • Chris J.
    Posted Jul 20, 2008 9:54 AM
    Chris J.
    Assistant Organizer
    Check out the route on google earth (click on larger map undeneath the small map and select sattelite) and the gps data http://trail.motionbased.co... I zoomed in on the google earth route and even the snow patch is visible
  • Chris J.
    Posted Jul 19, 2008 10:05 PM
    Chris J.
    Assistant Organizer
    Hi Steve, we hit Lake Aloha around 2.30pm, getting to the top of horsetail falls took 3 hrs
  • Pre-Meetup comments below
  • Steven C.
    Posted Jul 17, 2008 5:50 PM
    Steven C.
    Your exit point is not that close to the Photo Meetup point. But we do expect to be at Aloha Lake by noon. I sent you my cell number, Chris, so give me a call when you start your hike. We'll probably be ahead of you since we've got to get to the ranger station to get the walk-in permits before they open at 8.
  • Chris J.
    Posted Jul 16, 2008 5:37 PM
    Chris J.
    Assistant Organizer
    http://maps.google.com/maps... this should be the exit point, by looking at the map it looks like it might be only 1.5-2 miles on Hwy 50 from start to end.
  • Steven C.
    Posted Jul 16, 2008 1:40 PM
    Steven C.
    Hey, where is the exit point expected to be? Camp Sacramento appears to also be in Twin Bridges where the trip begins, but you said the start and end are 6 miles apart. I ask because the Photo Meetup http://photo.meetup.com/661... is also going to Lake Aloha and we may be able to provide linkage if your exit point is Lower Echo Lake.
  • Chris J.
    Posted Jul 13, 2008 6:19 PM
    Chris J.
    Assistant Organizer
    I have heard the wildflowers in some areas of the Sierras are spectacular right now.
  • Chris J.
    Posted Jul 8, 2008 6:50 AM
    Chris J.
    Assistant Organizer
    Make sure to pack the Bug Spray and lots of water for the hike.
  • Joy
    Posted Jul 2, 2008 8:12 PM
    Joy
    I do have a water filter, but I can't do this hike until the 12th of July.

Who attended?

    • “ It was a great hike, with a challenging rock-scramble, beautiful lakes (with dip included for some) and a touch of snow. Thanks to Chris for such a great adventure. ”
    • “ One of the best hikes I've been on, wonderful views and very challenging terrain. ”
    • “ The great adventure unfolded into a glorious day of alpine lakes and meadows, breathtaking vistas and fine company. Thanks to Chris for leading us happily into the Sierra. ”
    • “ That was an absolutely wonderful trip! THANK YOU SO MUCH, CHRIS! Most beautiful scenery, almost-rock-climbing along the horsetail falls, refreshing swim in the lake, breath-taking views from the top of Ralston peak. It was well worth the long drive (Chris - thanks again :) ”
    • “ This was one awesome hike with great company, thanks all for joining me on this hike, I hope I see a lot of pic's posted :) And the distance came in within the posted limit, 15.3 for the ones who did Ralston peak and about 14 for the others. ”
    • “ A great and challenging hike. Those lakes are just wonderful. Definitely a place to revisit again! ”
    • “ This was such a great and challenging hike and such a friendly group - thanks to everyone and especially to Chris. The first 2 miles of scrambling were unforgettable! I'm already looking forward to the next one. ”

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