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Snowshoe – Tamarack Peak Snowshoe

January 15 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Event: Tamarack Peak Snowshoe

When: Monday, Jan 15, 2024 @ 10:00 AM – 02:00 PM

Leader(s); Instructor(s):
     Hartglass, William (Bill) @ 603-716-6144; whartglass@yahoo.com

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

Starting Location: Mount Rose (Summit) TH. Directions: I-580 South to NV-431 exit; past Mt Rose Ski Tahoe. At the summit, you will come to a parking lot on your right. Trailhead starts behind restrooms.
     Elevation: 8911     

Description: Join us for a snowshoe with breathtaking views of both Washoe Lake and Lake Tahoe! From the Mt Rose Summit Trailhead, we’ll start out on the TRT and then veer off and head toward Tamarack Peak. The hike is around at 1,230 feet of gain. With luck we’ll see some back country skiers and snowboarders heading down the bowl on the backside of the Peak.

Distance(s): 4.0     Route Type: Out-and-Back     Elevation Gain: 1,230 (ft)     Difficulty: 6 (1=Easy thru 10=Very Difficult)

Event Specific Information: This is not a particularly challenging snowshoe but there is elevation gain on the out-bound leg.

At the time of posting the forecast suggests good weather and road conditions but be sure to check the website Sunday night and Monday morning for any status changes.

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.

No dogs or other pets are permitted on this activity.

All participants should carry emergency information (including contact and relevant medical information).

Details

Date:
January 15
Time:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Event Category:

Organizer

Bill Hartglass
Phone
(603) 716-6144
Email
whartglass@yahoo.com

Venue

Mount Rose (Summit) TH
39.31327, -119.8975 + Google Map

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