NORTH TABLE MOUNTAIN HIKE
FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 2023
DIFFICULTY: Strenuous (due to difficulty of hiking on sections of rocky terrain)
ELEVATION: 1361 feet at start; highest elevation
HIKE DISTANCE: Approx. 6.5 miles
GENERAL LOCATION: Near the town of Oroville
DESCRIPTION:
This area is one of the premier wildflower areas in California --- a
show not to be missed!! Even if you are not into wildflowers, you
will be impressed at the glorious display of color! Timing, of
course, is everything with wildflowers --- but hopefully we will see
patches, carpets, and cascades of many colors and species. Bring
your camera! We will stop often for you to take pictures.
There are some wonderful waterfalls also to capture on film! Because of
new fencing around private property, the route and access have changed.
Hiking can be somewhat challenging due to the vernal pools, streams,
and volcanic rocks --- so it is best to wear good waterproof
boots. Be prepared for mud and uneven ground.
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE:
1 hour and 40 minutes driving time and 72 miles one way. Return
time to Lincoln --- approximately 4:00 pm. A donation of $16 is
suggested for riders.
HIKE LEADER: Joe Byrne SWEEP: Jeryn Byrne
SPECIAL NOTES:
FACITILIES: Portable bathrooms at trailhead.
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. A
CALIFORNIA DEPT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE LANDS PASS OR VALID
FISHING/HUNTING LICENSE IS REQUIRED. A Pass can be bought on-line at
https://wildlife.ca.gov/Licensing/Lands-Pass. or at 1-800-565-1458. A one day pass is
available for $5.40 and an annual (2023) pass is available for $30.50.
Alternatively, if you have a valid CA hunting or fishing license, no
Lands Pass is required.
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 lunch, water, hiking boots (not tennis shoes), a wind breaker
and trekking poles for crossing streams. Bring plastic to sit on.
RISKS: Areas of wet, muddy ground, sharp volcanic rocks. Cows in the field, but they are not a problem.
QUESTIONS: Call Joe Byrne (925-899-3639) or Jeryn Byrne (530-205-7480)
MEETING TIME: 8:15 am LEAVING TIME: 8:30 am. Land Passes/Licenses will be checked prior to leaving.
SOME PREHIKE PHOTOS
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
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