rusty_tlc
Dain Bramaged Member
We set the dates and meet locations and times last night for the High Rock Canyon trip.
The trip will be an overnighter on April 29 & 30.
The plan this year is to drive in from the Soldier Meadows side to the hot springs, set up camp, then explore the canyon.
The roads to the camp location are suitable for almost any vehicle. The trail through the canyon can be negotiated by any stock 4X4 truck and most SUV's. Last year we had a mostly stock FJ60, a fully stock 4Runner, and a full size GMC long bed extended cab PU. We all made the whole trail with no trouble.
What to expect:
Be prepared. This a remote area, while the trail is fairly mild there are no services any where nearby. Make sure your rig is in good repair and that you have a good spare. Bring the usual extra fluids, tools and recovery equipment for your vehicle.
Expect some Nevada pin stripping as sections of the trail are pretty brushy.
Be prepared for a few water crossings. These are shallow with rocky/gravel bottoms. Some sections of the trail will be very muddy.
Bring your photography equipment. This is one of the most scenic areas of Nevada.
Bring your Audubon's field guides and field glasses. Last year we spotted everything from Big Horn Sheep to Antelope. There are also many wild flowers, and birds.
Bring a swim suit, the hot springs are great!
There are two meet locations and times.
Some of us will be meeting at the Albertsons in Spanish Springs and caravaning through the Smoke Creek Desert to the second meet location. Our leave time will be 7:00 am sharp. If you need to get last minute supplies or gas please show up early enough to be ready no later than 7:00.
The second meet location will be at Brunos in Gerlach. Meet time is 9:00 am with a leave time of 9:30 am.
Driving directions to meet locations:
Brunos from Reno; East on I80 31 miles to the Wadsworth exit. North on SR447 72 miles to Gerlach. Brunos is on the right side of the main street, Gerlach is a small town you won't have any trouble finding Brunos. If you do just ask anybody for directions.
The Albertsons in Spanish Springs from Reno; North on Pyramid Highway (SR445) 8.5 miles to 9750 Pyramid Lake Hwy. The store is on the left just past Partei Vally Road.
Notes:
Brunos has the best food for 50 miles in any direction, mostly because it is the only restaurant for 50 miles in any direction.
Fuel is available in Gerlach, however if you are coming in on SR447 from Reno Empire offers lower prices. Empire is located about three miles south of Gerlach.
According to a report from alia176 both SR447 and Smoke Creek Desert roads are in very good shape.
The trip will be an overnighter on April 29 & 30.
The plan this year is to drive in from the Soldier Meadows side to the hot springs, set up camp, then explore the canyon.
The roads to the camp location are suitable for almost any vehicle. The trail through the canyon can be negotiated by any stock 4X4 truck and most SUV's. Last year we had a mostly stock FJ60, a fully stock 4Runner, and a full size GMC long bed extended cab PU. We all made the whole trail with no trouble.
What to expect:
Be prepared. This a remote area, while the trail is fairly mild there are no services any where nearby. Make sure your rig is in good repair and that you have a good spare. Bring the usual extra fluids, tools and recovery equipment for your vehicle.
Expect some Nevada pin stripping as sections of the trail are pretty brushy.
Be prepared for a few water crossings. These are shallow with rocky/gravel bottoms. Some sections of the trail will be very muddy.
Bring your photography equipment. This is one of the most scenic areas of Nevada.
Bring your Audubon's field guides and field glasses. Last year we spotted everything from Big Horn Sheep to Antelope. There are also many wild flowers, and birds.
Bring a swim suit, the hot springs are great!
There are two meet locations and times.
Some of us will be meeting at the Albertsons in Spanish Springs and caravaning through the Smoke Creek Desert to the second meet location. Our leave time will be 7:00 am sharp. If you need to get last minute supplies or gas please show up early enough to be ready no later than 7:00.
The second meet location will be at Brunos in Gerlach. Meet time is 9:00 am with a leave time of 9:30 am.
Driving directions to meet locations:
Brunos from Reno; East on I80 31 miles to the Wadsworth exit. North on SR447 72 miles to Gerlach. Brunos is on the right side of the main street, Gerlach is a small town you won't have any trouble finding Brunos. If you do just ask anybody for directions.
The Albertsons in Spanish Springs from Reno; North on Pyramid Highway (SR445) 8.5 miles to 9750 Pyramid Lake Hwy. The store is on the left just past Partei Vally Road.
Notes:
Brunos has the best food for 50 miles in any direction, mostly because it is the only restaurant for 50 miles in any direction.
Fuel is available in Gerlach, however if you are coming in on SR447 from Reno Empire offers lower prices. Empire is located about three miles south of Gerlach.
According to a report from alia176 both SR447 and Smoke Creek Desert roads are in very good shape.
