Johnny Cash Trail
Folsom
Thursday, January 31, 2019
DIFFICULTY: Moderate.
ELEVATION GAIN: Approximately 800 feet. The majority of the trail is level with rolling hills.
HIKE DISTANCE: 6 miles, out and back (not a loop).
GENERAL LOCATION: Starting in the city of Folsom with free parking at the indoor garage on Leidersdorff St. across from Karen’s.
DESCRIPTION: The
Johnny Cash Trail is a new segment of Class I bike trail, that connects
to the Folsom Lake Trail. The first portion of the $8 million trail
opened in 2014.With phase two now open and the infrastructure in place,
the City of Folsom plans to install public art along the trail which
will celebrate and honor the legendary singer, his music, and his
history with the City of Folsom. You can view the planned art on
folsomcasharttrail.com.
This is a marked, paved trail shared with cyclists. Pedestrians walk on the left, facing the fast moving bicycles.
We'll
start and end our hike at Karen's, right across from the parking garage
and a good place for lunch. Old Town Folsom has other lunch options in
case Karen’s is too crowded. Those not wanting to stay for lunch should
ride in the same car.
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: 23 miles one way, 40-45 minutes driving time. A donation of $3 is suggested for riders.
HIKE LEADER: Ted Younis SWEEP: TBD
FACILITIES: Clean restrooms at the parking garage.
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)
Bring water, appropriate shoes, gloves, warm and layered clothing as
needed. Trekking poles are not necessary for this hike.
RISKS: Cold weather and wind, even a light breeze, can make the hike uncomfortable --- so be prepared!
RAIN ON THE DAY OF THE HIKE CANCELS HIKE. Rain on the day preceding the hike will not cause cancellation.
QUESTIONS: Call Ted 916-630-8977
MEETING TIME: 8:45 AM - LEAVING TIME: 9:00
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
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