Castle Peak

Thursday, Oct 16, 2008


DIFFICULTY:  Very strenuous


ELEVATION GAIN:
2200 feet – the peak is 9103 feet


HIKE DISTANCE:
8.6 miles


GENERAL LOCATION:
Interstate 80 near Donner summit


DESCRIPTION:
This is a very strenuous hike mostly in the sun. The crest affords great 360 degree views. We will hike over to Basin peak along the ridge and then join the Pacific Crest trail for the hike back.  We will have lunch at the peak.

 

TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: About 1 ½ hour – 70 miles.  Donation to driver - $12.  We should return to Lincoln no later than 5:30.


HIKE LEADER/SWEEP:
Clark Smith/TBD


SPECIAL NOTES:

FACILITIES AVAILABLE: Plan to stop at Nyack on the way.
PREPARATION FOR HIKE:
Bring hiking poles and lots of water. Refer to #8 and #9, "Hike Information and Guidelines" on the web site

RISKS:
QUESTIONS:
Call Clark Smith 408-5176

 

MEETING TIME: 6:45 – depart at 7:00