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Thursday Hike – Long Valley/Mexican Mill

April 13, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Event: Long Valley/Mexican Mill

When: Thursday, Apr 13, 2023 @ 09:30 AM – 01:30 PM

Event Leader(s); Instructor(s):
     Greenhalgh, Delia @ 775-742-1266; jdsteamboat@gmail.com

Ride Sharing: Wedge Pkwy Starbucks Parking Lot @ 08:45 AM. Directions: 18250 Wedge Pkwy in Galena Junction Shopping Center

Starting Location: Morgan Mill Preserve Open Space TH. Directions: Take I-580 south to Carson City to the Dayton/Fallon 50 East Exit. Continue east about 2.2 miles and stay in the right lane. When you get to Deer Run Road, turn right. There will be a United Rentals to your left when you get onto Deer Run Road. Go down about a 1/4 mile and you will see a sign to your right (BLM OFFICE). Right after, you will come to Morgan Mill Road and make a right. Continue down the road until you see the Morgan Mill parking area and make a left. There are bathroom facilities available.

Description: Most of the trail is level and on decomposed granite. We will hike along the Carson River, beside ranches and along a golf course. We will see the remnants of the Mexican Mill and the superintendent’s house. Both were built in the 1860’s and follow the Mexican Ditch. There is also a Carson Emigrant Trail marker that we will take a look at.

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

Event Specific Information: We will be on level decomposed granite trails and on pavement for about a 1/4 of a mile.

What to Bring: Wear shoes suitable for hiking on dirt trails with loose rocks and mud. Layer clothing as appropriate for the weather. Trekking poles for those who use them. Sun protection. Bring plenty of water, snack/lunch.

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

Details

Date:
April 13, 2023
Time:
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Event Category:

Organizer

Delia Greenhalgh
Phone
775-742-1266
Email
jdsteamboat@gmail.com

Venue

Morgan Mill Preserve Open Space TH
39.18254, -119.7054 + Google Map

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