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Itinerary:
Our journey begins with a shuttle from Auburn to Soda
Springs, near the crest of the Sierra Nevada mountain range.
Initially, we'll head nearly due South, along fireroads
and trails towards Lyon Ridge, where we connect with the Western States Trail
and then head West to Robinson Flat, our first overnight camp.
Continuing on the Western States Trail, we will reach
Michigan Bluff the second day and camp overnight.
On the third day, we'll follow the Western States Trail
until Rucky Chucky and then climb to our final destination at White Oak Flat,
about seventy miles in all from the start.
We'll enjoy a celebration dinner at White Oak, and then
our shuttle service will return us to Auburn.
Meeting Place:
We'll be leaving Auburn on Friday, August (tba) at 7:00am.
Our buses will depart from the
Elm
Plaza Shopping Center parking lot (near Starbuck's) on Elm Street in
Auburn. Cars may be left here for the duration of the trip. Please allow
yourself sufficient time on Friday morning to deliver all your camping and
personal items. These packed items will not be accessible during the day.
Camping:
We have pre-arranged campsites at both Robinson's Flat and
Michigan Bluff. Each night we'll setup a central kitchen and campfire area.
Toilet facilities will be provided. In addition, we'll prepare individual hot
water shower facilities for our guests. Your personal camping and clothing gear
will be trucked into camp each afternoon. Suitable overnight camping spots will
be identified upon your arrival at camp each afternoon.
Meals:
A delicious and hearty hot meal will be served for
breakfast and dinner at each of our campsites. We strive to serve well-balanced
meals made up of high quality fresh meats, fruits and vegetables. Our fabulous
cowboy coffee will awaken both your mind and body each morning while our
special Dutch oven baked treats will send you off to sleep each night feeling
completely nourished. During the day, a rest stop will be set up to provide you
with great tasting lunch and plenty of snacks to take along on the trails with
you. If you have special dietary requirements or are celebrating a special
event during the trip, please let us know in advance.
Drinks:
We'll provide plenty of ice cold water and energy drinks
during the day. In addition, we'll serve fruit juices at breakfast, and at
dinner, we will have soda, beer and wine available. If you bring beverages of
your own, please use unbreakable containers whenever possible (beer and soda in
cans; juices and wine in plastic bottles.)
Weather:
Our first day and evening will be spent at elevations
higher than 6,800 feet above sea level. Daily average temperature will be near
80 degrees Fahrenheit. Evening temperatures can often dip into the low 40's. As
we move into lower elevations and the deep canyons, daily temperatures will
climb significantly, sometimes into the high 90's and low 100's. Evening
temperatures on the second evening should be in the 60's. Please keep in mind
that the sun's intensity can be quite high and that the use of ample shade
clothing and sunscreen is strongly recommended. Periodically during the summer
months, the High Sierra's may experience an afternoon thundershower.
Soda Springs current 10-Day Weather
HERE.
Transportation:
Flying: The Sacramento Metropolitan
Airport is the nearest major airport that is serviced by most major domestic
airlines. Please check your preferred carrier's schedule for arrival and
departure times and dates. Additional airports are located in San Francisco,
Oakland CA, and Reno NV. Private pilots may take advantage of the local Auburn
Airport.
Driving: Auburn is located off I-80
approximately 35 minutes east of downtown Sacramento and nearly 2 hours west of
downtown Reno. San Francisco is about three hours by freeway, Oakland about two
and a half hours, from Auburn. Please note that local traffic in the San
Francisco, Oakland and Sacramento/Roseville areas can add significantly to
these estimated driving times.
Accommodations:
- Powers Mansion Inn: 164 Cleveland Ave, Auburn,
530-885-1166
- Super 8 Motel: 140 E. Hillcrest Drive,
530-888-8808.
- Holiday Inn: 120 Grass Valley Highway,
530-887-8787.
- Comfort Inn & Suites: 1875 Auburn Ravine
Road, 530-885-1800.
- Best Western Gold Key: 12350 Lincoln Way,
530-885-8611.
- Foothills Motel: 13431 Bowman Road,
530-885-8444.
- Travelodge: 13490 Lincoln Way,
530-885-7025.
- Monte Verde Inn: Bed & Breakfast, 18841
Foresthill Road, 530-888-8123.
Dining:
- Latitudes - delicious, home cooked healthy food
by owners Pat and Pete. Monthly specials from all over the planet. Right across
from Courthouse above Old Town: 530-885-9535
- Maria's Mexican Tacos - the most incredible
healthy mexican food you will find North of the Mexican border! Made
authentically by owner Maria Moreno and her family. On Bowman Rd next to the
bowling alley just east of Foresthill Rd I-80 exit. Walking distance from Super
8 and Comfort Inn: 530-823-8540
- Pasquale T's - excellent Italian food and
gelato ice cream on Highway 49 near Bell Rd in North Auburn: 530-888-8440
- Luigi's - excellent Italian food downtown on
Lincoln Way near Elm St and I-80: 530-885-8801
- Newcastle Pizza - off I-80 at Newcastle exit.
Delicious whole wheat crust, gelato for dessert!: 916-663-0617
- Old Town Pizza - off I-80 at Maple St Old Town
Auburn exit. Nice atmosphere, tasty thick crust: 530-888-7600
- Bootlegger's - upscale continental cuisine, off
I-80 at Maple St Old Town Auburn exit: 530-889-2229
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