Saturday, June 6, 8am – 5pm ARC volunteer Tom Dodson will lead this exploration of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area Picayune Valley starting at Talbot Creek.
We will hike up along the Middle Fork of the American River passing through an old growth forest. After crossing the headwaters of the Middle Fork we will emerge into the Picayune Valley. In the valley we will explore waterfalls and Indian petroglyphs. Through the valley we will pass through several alpine meadows with lots of wildflowers stopping along the river next to a waterfall for lunch. The hike is moderate with no steep elevation gains. Total round trip is 10 miles in and out. Age minimum 12 years-old: Elevation is 5600 ft.

Contact ARC to sign up and for meeting location (Forest Hill area). Cost: $20/members, $25/non-members. [email protected] or 530-621-1224.