Event: Galena Creek Trail

When: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 @ 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Event Leader(s); Instructor(s):
Chaucer, Toni @ 775-276-0859; a5c3@sbcglobal.net

Starting Location: Lower Galena Creek TH. Directions: Take U.S. 395 to SR 431 (Mt. Rose Hwy); head west. Travel 3 miles to Callahan Rd; turn left or south. Follow for 1.5 miles; parking and trailhead on your right.

Description: The trail, which is next to Callahan Park, follows Galena Creek along Montreuxs Golf Course and will go under Joy Lake Rd. and will end at Mt. Rose Hwy. The trail is dirt/rocky and sandy. There may still be snow on the trail on the upper part of the trail.

Distance(s): 5 or 2     Route Type: Out-and-Back   Difficulty  4 because of the mud 

Event Specific Information: The trail may be wet in several areas. But doable. You may need poles to cross several areas of black mud.

What to Bring: Drinking water and snacks. Hat and sunscreen are recommended. Trekking poles may be useful.

Click any link to see a Google Map; Please arrive at least 15 minutes before stated times