Event: Brockway Summit to Watson Lake

When: Monday, Jun 26, 2023 @ 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM

Event Leader(s); Instructor(s):
     Barnett, Harry @ 949-357-5750; harrybarnett@hotmail.com

Ride Sharing: North West Kohl’s Parking Lot @ 08:15 AM. Directions: 5150 Mae Anne Ave in Ridgeview Plaza

Starting Location: TRT (Brockway Summit) TH. Directions: Follow I-80 W to CA-267 exit in Truckee. Turn left and continue on 267 past the turnoff for the Northstar Ski Resort. You will pass Martis Peak Road on your left and continue to climb on 267 past Brockway Summit. Slow down as you descend. In less than 0.5 mile down from the summit you will see a Tahoe Rim Trail sign on your right and just past the sign you will find a fairly decent size parking pad. If the pad is full, park on 267 on the right.

Description: From Brockway Summit on Highway 267 we will hike on the Tahoe Rim Trail in a southwesterly direction to Watson Lake. The trail is more of a scenic path on fairly flat terrain for the first 4.5 miles then a gentle climb for 2.2 miles to Watson Lake.

Distance(s): 12.6     Route Type: Out-and-Back     

What to Bring: Plenty of water, lunch, snacks. Clothing layers as needed, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, hiking poles.

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