Event: North Canyon Rd from Spooner Lake

When: Monday, Mar 20, 2023 @ 10:45 AM – 01:30 PM

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

Ride Sharing: Wedge Pkwy Starbucks Parking Lot @ 09:30 AM. Directions: 18250 Wedge Pkwy in Galena Junction Shopping Center

Starting Location: Spooner Lake State Park Parking. Directions: Take I-580 South to US-50 West (in Carson City). In about 9.7 miles, veer right onto NV-28. In about a mile, turn right into Spooner Lake State Park and go to the Parking Lot.

Description: From the Spooner Lake parking area we will follow North Canyon Rd in the direction of Marlette Lake. North Canyon Rd follows North Canyon Creek. We will turn back before reaching Marlette Lake to bring our hike total distance to around seven miles.

Distance(s): 7.0     Route Type: Out-and-Back     

Event Specific Information: The parking at Spooner Lake is not sufficient to accommodate a large number of cars due to the snow. Car pooling is encouraged. Entrance fee is $10 for Nevada residents and $15 for our Truckee resident.

What to Bring: Snowshoes, Poles, Water, Snacks, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Dress in layers.

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