RATTLESNAKE BAR TRAIL
Thursday, March 16, 2017
DIFFICULTY: Easy
ELEVATION:
Starting point and lowest elevation --- 428 feet. Highest point ---
approximately 600 feet
HIKE DISTANCE: Approximately 5 miles ---- in and
out, not a loop.
GENERAL LOCATION: On the edge of Folsom Lake in the
vicinity of Loomis
DESCRIPTION: This trail is actually part of the
Pioneer Express Trail that goes from Discovery Park in Sacramento to Auburn (see
photo of sign). The section we will hike starts at Rattlesnake Bar and goes to
Long Bar. There is a picnic table at Long Bar where we will take a break and
enjoy a mid-morning snack. The highlight of this trail is that it traverses a
riparian zone along the fringe of Folsom Lake and there are many marvelous views
of the lake. Hikers share this popular trail with horseback riders, but no
bikers. This is a delightful trail close to Lincoln Hills but with a far-away
feel to it!!
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: 35 minutes driving time and 17 miles
one way. Return time to Lincoln ---- approximately 2:00 pm. A donation of $3
is suggested for riders. We will park a short distance outside of the Park boundary, hence there is no
fee for parking. Driving directions --- see below and print before coming to
the hike, if driving.
HIKE LEADER: Art McGrath SWEEP: Alice McGrath
SPECIAL NOTES:
FACILITIES: None. We will use the facilities at Orchard Creek before leaving LH parking
lot.
PREPARATION FOR HIKE: 1) IF YOU HAVE
ANY HEALTH ISSUES, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR CONDITION BEFORE HIKING.
2)
Bring a copy of your ID (driver's license), health card, and an emergency
contact name and phone number with you on the hike.
3) Always bring 2
pairs of shoes, along with a plastic bag to store your muddy/dusty hiking boots
after the hike. DO NOT get your driver's car dirty by wearing your dirty boots
on the drive home.
4) You do NOT need to bring a lunch --- instead
bring a mid-morning snack and water. Trekking poles are recommended, but not
required.
RISKS: There is poison oak alongside the trail, but it can be
avoided.
RAIN CANCELS HIKE.
MEETING TIME: 9:00 AM - LEAVING
TIME: 9:15 AM
Photos from the prehike.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
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