Crazyhorse Loop Trail – Tahoe Donner

Hamburger BBQ at Huntingdale’s Cabin, Truckee (requires RSVP)
Thursday, August 3, 2017

DIFFICULTY:    Moderate.  Trail head at 7,000’ and ascent to 7,600’.  This is in high sierra altitude hiking.

ELEVATIONS GAIN: 800 feet, moderate ascents and descent throughout.

HIKE DISTANCE:    5.0 miles loop. About 3 hour hike.

GENERAL LOCATION:    Hike is part of the Tahoe Donner Trail System, Truckee - north of I-80 at Donner Lake.

DESCRIPTION:    Trail begins at the upper boundary of Tahoe Donner north of Skislope Way.  The hike progresses in open spaces in area north of Donner Lake basin. Approximately half way into the hike, we will take a break, with a short option of about 1/4 mile ascent of 200 feet to the top of Hawk’s Peak for those wishing to ascent to the top.  This hike is within the Tahoe Donner open space lands.   The hike has moderate ascents and descents along the way, however, is in open area with minimal trees.    Bring plenty of water if it is warm.  

TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: One Hour 40 minutes each way. One way distance is about 90 miles. This is a $14 driver donation.  Detailed driving directions will be handed out to all drivers.  After the hike everyone is invited to stop at our Huntingdale cabin in Truckee for a hamburger BBQ and relaxation after the hike. $3 donation per person is optional.  Travel distance from hike trail head to cabin about 6 miles, 10 minutes. For planning purposes, please RSVP for the BBQ. If you don’t plan on stopping at the cabin, you will have to make sure you ride with a driver that is coming straight back to Lincoln.  

SPECIAL NOTES:

     FACILITIES AVAILABLE:  No restrooms available. We will stop within Tahoe Donner before reaching the trailhead.                                                            Restrooms are available at the cabin after the hike.

     PREPARATIONS FOR HIKE:           

  1. Bring a copy of your ID (driver's license), Health Card, and an emergency contact name and phone number with you when you hike.
  2. If you have any health issues, please consider your condition before hiking.
  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 hiking boots, trekking poles if desired, sunscreen, insect repellant, water, snack or lunch.

      RISKS:   Some of the walking is on loose rocks.  The trail is in a mixture of sun and shade.  With warm weather at home, it will                                             be cooler along the hike and could be windy.  Bring layered clothing.

     SNACK BREAK:  Near the midpoint of the hike, we will stop for a snack break.

     WEATHER:  Temperature should be in the 70’s to mid-80’s during the hike.

HIKE LEADER / SWEEP:    Leader: Phil Huntingdale / Sweep: Stephanie Huntingdale. 

RETURN TIME:  If joining the BBQ in Truckee, approximately 4:30 pm at OC Lodge.  

QUESTIONS: Call Phil or Stephanie Huntingdale 408-1747, 510-599-1200 (cellphone), or email smccoubrey@sbcglobal.net.                                                        Please RSVP, by July 30th for Hamburger BBQ in Truckee.   Advise of choice of  beef, turkey, or veggie.

Rain, thunderstorms, or smoke from wild fires cancels the hike.  Check website the morning of the hike for any updates.

Meeting Time:      7:15 AM.      We Leave at 7:30 AM.