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The Monterey Bay Area Hiking Group is for people who enjoy hiking, being outdoors and socializing. We explore many areas throughout the Monterey Peninsula, BigSur/ Ventana Wilderness, and Santa Cruz Mountains. On occasion, we will offer events out of the area. Hikes are generally for most levels; from 4 mile hikes with minimal elevation gain to 20 mile expeditions with significant elevation gain. Hikes may be scheduled on any day of the week and usually last between 3-5 hours. For those interested in multi-day activities, there will be some car camping or backpacking trips.
Please be advised that we are not a walking group and therefore do not expect to see many short hikes (less than 3 miles) over level terrain . Please match the hike to your skill level.
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Disclaimer: The Organizers are not professional guides and do not have certified training nor insurance. As you are aware, inherent hazards and risks are associated with hiking and all other physical activity. You are responsible for your own safety and health. The individual hike Organizer is not in charge of this hike, but simply going on a hike and inviting others to join.
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Backpacking Graveyard Lakes
Vermillion Resort, 70000 Edison Lake Road, Mono Hot Springs, CA, USEnjoy a leisurely backpacking trip within the central Sierra to the Graveyard Basin!
The Graveyard Lakes and basin is located just northeast of Lake Thomas Edison within the Sierra National Forest.
Our trail head will be Mono Creek near Vermilion Resort located on the west shore of Lake Thomas Edison.https://highsierratrails.com/graveyard/graveyard_overview.html
This will be a four day/three night trip.
Out and Back and strenuous
15 miles round trip
Elevation gain: 2,300 ft
Beginning elevation is 7,800 ft/ending elevation at campsite 9,940 ft.
Cost of permit per person: $10.00Thursday, 27th: meet at Mono Creek trailhead at 12PM, we head to Graveyard Meadows for the first night, around 4.5 miles/1,200 ft
Friday, 28th; proceed to Lower Graveyard Lake, camp there two nights; 3.5 miles/1,100 ft
Saturday, 29th layover day, we can explore the Graveyard basin and other lakes.
Sunday, 30th; return to trail head (7.5 miles/2,300 ft down hill.Other details:
Hang food or bear can.
Afternoon thunderstorms always possible.
Adequate water available.
Mosquitoes should be minimal by this time.Travel and trail head:
Access is via Kaiser Pass Road, beyond Shaver and Huntington Lakes.
As you arrive at Lake Thomas Edison, you first see Vermilion Resort. Lets meet at Mono Creek trailhead at 12PM. Mono Creek trail head will show up on your Google Maps.Campgrounds:
Anyone wishing to come up the day prior, there is Vermilion Campground near the resort, as well as others in the area you can research.I will be driving up the day we hike in, needing to stop at USFS office to pick up permit.
RSVP
Your RSVP will initially go to the waitlist. Priority will be given to those I know who can complete the trip without difficulty and who will enjoy the experience with the group. A lottery may be necessary depending upon of RSVPs. For those I do not know, I will send via Meetup messaging a few questions regarding your backpacking experience, etc.
RESPONSIBILITY/DISCLAIMER:
“The Monterey Bay Area Hiking Group” ("MBAHG") and its event/assistant organizers (the "Organizers") are not responsible for your safety. Outdoor activities are inherently dangerous. By signing up for these events, you agree to release MBAHG and its Organizers from ANY responsibility, liability or claim in law or in equity. If you DON'T agree to these terms, DO NOT JOIN THIS MEETUP EVENT. MBAHG doesn't certify the expertise of the Organizers. The Organizers are volunteers. You are responsible for yourself. We expect you to take responsibility for your safety during our activities. Joining activities with MBAHG is entirely voluntary and participants assume the full risks associated with the activities. It is each participant's responsibility to ensure that he/she is in sufficient fitness and health to participate in the activity, and to bring appropriate water, food, clothing, first aid, and navigation equipment for the conditions. MBAHG and individual Organizers make no representation or warranties about the quality, safety, or supervision of these activities. By making a "Yes" RSVP to this event you acknowledge and agree to the foregoing as well as all of the Meetup.com terms and policies.10 attendees
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