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Joint Project with the Pacific Crest Trail AssociationThe Pacific Crest Trail is a 2,650 mile trail running from Canada to Mexico, and is considered one of the most scenic and important world-class trails on the planet. The Pacific Crest Trail Association is a group that coordinates the continuing development, use, maintenance and support for this trail. As Californians we should feel privileged to be so close to this trail which is enjoyed each year by many thousands of visitors from around the globe. For our August trail-building activity we are planning on a joint restoration and maintenance project with other members of the PCTA. This section runs from Lost Lakes on the south end to Carson Pass (SR-88) on the north end. The Pacific Crest Trail passes just west of Lost Lakes, then travels NW through the Forestdale Divide, east of the Elephants Back, west of Frog Lake and then onto Carson Pass. Total length of this segment is roughly six miles, and elevation ranges from 8250-9050 feet. Since we will be in a Wilderness area, the size of the group is limited, so sign up early. Location: Forestdale Divide, Carson Pass, California - Pacific Crest Trail Directions: The entrance road to our camping area is on State Route 88 just east of Carson Pass. Once you've reached the Carson Pass Information Center continue east towards Red Lake approximately 2.2 miles to the access road entrance. We will be camping near Forestdale Creek which is accessible by all vehicles, and we will use that as our base camp to work north and south on the trail. To get to our campsite use the access road going to Red Lake. The entrance sign says "Entering Private Property". Go straight south about 1.6 miles (don't take the turnoff to the right near the entrance). Shortly after you cross the "Narrow Bridge" over Forestdale Creek take a right turn into a large camping area. There are quite a few spaces available to set up camp. Driving time from Palo Alto is 3 hours 35 minutes and 192 miles. Agency: Toiyabe National Forest, Mokelumne Wilderness Supervisor: Dave Croker, Bob Ballou Project Lead: Hank Magnuski , 650-714-2409 Additional Information: Volunteers should plan on being in camp by the evening of Thursday, August 17th. If possible, come earlier and allow 24 hours to acclimatize to the altitude of this location. There is no fee for camping. The campground is on U. S. Forest Service property. The work will consist of brushing, cutting and clearing blowdowns, drainage repair and tread work as required. All food and tools will be supplied by the PCTA, and volunteers need only bring their workday and camping equipment. We will be working at high altitudes, so sun-screen, lip balm and sun-glasses are advised. This is a poison-oak free environment. Bring along a camp chair or folding beach chair if you have one. |
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