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Afoot & Afield: Tahoe-Reno: 201 Spectacular Outings in the Lake Tahoe Region (Afoot and Afield)
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About Afoot & Afield: Tahoe-Reno: 201 Spectacular Outings
Product Description Discover more than 200 great day-hikes in the Lake Tahoe region Ever since the Wild West days of Kit Carson and the Comstock Lode, visitors have been drawn to Tahoe-Reno in search of adventure. Today, the best adventures are found outdoors, where hikers can take lakeside strolls, mountain ascents, or simple walks with the dog and kids. Afoot & Afield Tahoe-Reno, by local expert Mike White, features more than 200 trips in a diverse range of terrain around Lake Tahoe and the communities of Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and Minden-Gardnerville. These trips are tailored for every type of hiker, and many are suited for mountain bikers. Routes range from less than a mile to an 18-mile point-to-point challenge from Tahoe Meadows to Brockway Summit. Each trip includes the following: At-a-glance essential information, including distance, hiking time, elevation gain/loss, and difficulty rating Highlights summarizing the best features of the trips An easy-to-read map Complete trip description and hiking directions About the Author Mike White was raised in the southeast suburbs of Portland, Oregon, in the shadow of Mt. Hood (whenever the Pacific Northwest skies cleared enough to allow such things as shadows). As a teenager, Mike began hiking, backpacking, and climbing in the Cascades of Oregon and Washington, and he honed his outdoor skills while attending Seattle Pacific University. After acquiring a B.A. in political science, Mike and his new wife, Robin, relocated to the high desert of Reno, Nevada, from where he discovered the joys of exploring the Sierra Nevada. After leaving his last “real” job, Mike began a full-time writing career. He is the author or coauthor of 19 outdoor guides, including award-winning books “Top Trails Lake Tahoe” and “50 Classic Hikes in Nevada.” Mike also has contributed to “Sunset and Backpacker” magazines and the “Reno Gazette Journal” newspaper. A former community college instructor, Mike is also a popular featured speaker for outdoor groups. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. PCT: Donner Summit to Donner Pass Distance 3.5 miles (point-to-point) Hiking Time 2–3 hours Elevation +525/-625 feet Difficulty Moderate Trail Use Dogs OK Best Times July through October Agency Tahoe National Forest at 530-587-3558, www.fs.usda.gov/tahoe Recommended Map USGS 7.5-minute Norden HIGHLIGHTS The 3.5-mile section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) between Donner Summit (I-80) and Donner Pass (Old Highway 40) isn’t the most stupendous stretch of the famous trail, but hikers looking for a nice picnic spot with decent views won’t be disappointed with the scenery. Wildflowers lift the spirits of passersby until midseason, and rock climbers will find plenty of challenging bouldering routes all summer long. DIRECTIONSStart: West of Donner Summit, take the Castle Peak/Boreal Ridge Road exit from I-80. Drive to the frontage road on the south side of the freeway and proceed east 0.3 mile to the Pacific Crest Trail parking area. End: From I-80, take the Soda Springs/Norden exit and travel 3.7 miles east on the old Donner Pass Road to Donner Pass; make a right-hand turn onto a narrow paved road. Travel south 0.2 mile to a dirt road branching west, which is the start of the trail. Park your vehicle along the side of the road as space allows, paying close attention to the signed no-parking areas in the vicinity. FACILITIES/TRAILHEADStart: The large PCT–Donner Summit parking lot has trailer parking, pit toilets, picnic tables, and running water in season. The well-marked trail begins on the northwest side of the parking lot. End: In recent years, there has been a portable toilet near the trailhead. Parking is extremely limited. If space is not available in the vicinity, you may have to park closer to the highway. The trail begins at the start of the dirt road near a series of trail signs. DESCRIPTIONFrom the parking lot, follow a well-signed gravel path to a stone bridge over a season
