Everything Outdoors For Weekday Enthusiasts

Here is a great 7.5-mile out and back hike, with a moderate ascent of 527ft. This trail has beautiful views of the American River and the Class III rapid called Satan's Cesspool. The hike is up and down, rugged in areas and mostly exposed. It has a diverse terrain that includes wooded areas and grasslands. At Satan's Cesspool, we'll sit on the rocks and eat our snacks before turning back. Well behaved dogs that get along well with other dogs are welcome. Be aware of and responsible for your dog at all times. We will wait 5 mins before starting.

Lets meet at the:
Skunk Hollow Parking Lot
Salmon Falls Rd, Pilot Hill, CA 95664
38.77379, -121.03464

Parking is Poppy Pass or $10. You can park for free on the west side of the bridge (38.77284, -121.03725), then cross the road and allow 5 mins walk to the Skunk Hollow Parking Lot.

Bring water (and a snack if desired)
Please be considerate. If you don't plan to attend an event, cancel at least two hours before the start time.

Let's avoid the weekend crowds and backpack midweek to Loch Leven Lakes! Hike through a diverse landscape of dense evergreens, exposed granite, wildflowers and serene lakes. This is a moderately challenging, steady uphill climb. It's about 3.8 miles one-way to Upper Loch Leven. We will rest as needed. This will be a casual trip. Once up top, we will find a nice camping spot and set up.

Day two we will take a day hike, swim and relax.
Day three we will head back.

A free fire permit is required for using portable stoves. You can get your California campfire permit online at https://permit.preventwildfiresca.org/ which will be valid for the year.
No potable water at this site.
Bear canisters are required. Bear canisters may be rented at local ranger stations or visitor centers for $5.

Leave No Trace principles apply. (https://www.nps.gov/articles/leave-no-trace-seven-principles.htm)

Coordinate in comments below if you want to carpool.

Lets meet at the parking area:
Loch Leven Lakes Trailhead
Tahoe National Forest, 49645 Hampshire Rocks Rd, Emigrant Gap, CA 95715

Let's paddle Lake Natoma's Black Miner Bar again! This time we will paddle in the opposite direction towards the Folsom bridge. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your SUP, kayak, canoe, whatever! We will drive down to the boat ramp to set up our gear, and then park in the upper parking lot. Cost of parking is $10 (suggest cash) or free with poppy pass.

Must wear a PFD (life jacket)
Bring water and snacks. Sunscreen and hat is recommended. Restrooms are available at the site.

Black Miner's State Bar
MRJ8+325 Folsom, California
38.68014, -121.18488

Please be considerate. If you don't plan to attend an event, cancel at least two hours before the start time.