These Boots are Made for Hiking...

Note:
The hike is classed as ADVANCED because of the 45 minute extremely steep uphill climb for almost 1 mile which is equal to 65 flights of stairs. Please be considerate before you RSVP as we will not leave you behind if you are struggling, however that will have an affect on those members that came for the exercise but instead chose to help you. This hike is suitable for intermediate hikers that are accustomed to hiking UP HILL with a 1000 foot elevation gain. This hike is not suitable for beginners, do not make this your first hike.

Come join us to an excellent midweek hike that's about 4.5 miles long . We'll stop at the river to marvel at the view during the summer months. This complete hike is over lush green mountains and hills, amid a wide variety of trees. After the river, we'll make a long uphill climb. You could experience breathing challenges and joint pain, so keep these conditions in mind. We end by 8:30.

This is a dog friendly event so bring them along as long as you are in control of your dog. Also please have courtesy and clean up after your pet.

Things to Bring: water, headlamp, a smile and a gentle attitude. If you would like to join afterward for the potluck bring something to share. Please bring a bowl and utensil to use at the potluck and wash at home

Follow instructions below:
We'll meet at the trailhead: Take the I-80 towards Reno and exit at Newcastle Rd. heading straight to Indian Hill Rd. Turn left at Auburn-Folsom Rd. and a right turn on Maidu Dr. Go straight on Maidu until it dead ends where you'll see a green gate. This is just below the bike parks. (877274, -121.06591). Park along the sides of the road, we will meet in front of the gate. Please click on the map icon for more details.
See you on the Trail!

We'll meet at Rossmoor and Ambassador Drives at the Rossmoor Bar park entrance sign by the yellow gate, parking is free. We'll be walking on a mix of asphalt and dirt trails for 1.5 hours (3.25-4 mi). Meet for summer hours at 7am (June thru September), the rest of the year 8am. We depart promptly at 7:05 or 8:05 am all year round, rain or shine. It's mainly flat, we go the pace of the group. We alternate the route each time between heading toward El Manto or River Bend Park just to spice it up a bit. We see wildlife, go along the river (and sometimes in it) and enjoy conversation. Many don't sign up so expect 3-7 attendees most days. Dogs are welcomed, we have 2 regular fuzz faces. It is recommended you wear long sleeves and pants as we sometimes go thru stickers, shoe gaiters are helpful. There is always a bathroom stop if needed. Bring water, a hat, rain gear, sunscreen, hand sanitizer and a snack if needed.

SUMMARY
On this partial "out and back" and loop hike in the Sierras and Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, we will hike to and from Page Meadows via Tahoe Rim Trail and a network of trails for about 7.5 miles with an overall elevation gain of about 900 feet through green meadows with wildflowers, pine forest, and scattered groves of aspen trees.

MEETING TIMES AND PLACES
For carpooling, meet 8:00am at a park and ride on Taylor Rd next to Shell Gas Station in Roseville, and the address is 1821 Taylor Rd, Roseville, CA 95661. Please pay carpool driver the current price of gas per gallon.

For those meeting directly at trailhead, meet 10:15am at 64 Acres Tahoe Rim Trail Trailhead and parking lot off of Lake Blvd and HWY 89 in Tahoe City, and one of Google GPS coordinators for locating the trailhead and parking lot is 39.164512, -120.147246.

HIKING INFORMATION AND ESSENTIALS
DIFFICULTY: Intermediate due to hills and distance.
DISTANCE: About 7 and 1/2 miles.
ELEVATION: About 900 feet overall.

ROUTE: Start at 64 Acres Tahoe Rim Trail Trailhead, then hike uphill on Tahoe Rim Trail or trail number 19E00, then right on trail number 16E09E, then right Tahoe Rim Trail, then right on trail number 16E09A, then left on trail number 16E09B, then left on trail number 16E09, then left on Tahoe Rim Trail or trail 19E00 downhill back to starting point.
ESSENTIALS: Bring water, small lunch/snacks, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, etc), hiking boots, first aid kit, warm coat/jecket in case of cold morning temps, etc.

REFERENCE: Information about Page Meadows and other areas during fall in the Lake Tahoe Area can be found on the following links; https://brittsbellavita.com/fall-colors-lake-tahoe/
https://yourtahoeguide.com/2025/09/tahoes-fiery-fall-foliage-fall-outings-to-make-the-most-of-the-season/

Information about practicing leave no trace principles can be found on the following link; https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/