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Wild Recovery San Jose, California

April 23, 2011 Cool To Cool Canyon Loop El Dorado County

The Place

This hike is being held near the NCCNA convention for those who are attending the convention.

The shortage of extensive natural preserves in the foothills makes the 35,000-acre Auburn State Recreation Area all the more special.

Walking the Walk

This loop starts on the Wendall T. Robie Trail down to the Middle Fork of The American River then up the Pointed Rocks Trail Back to the Wendall T. Robie Trail and to the parking lot.

Of its more than 100 miles of hiking trails this challenging loop traverses a rich range of foothill scenery - rolling oak, savanna, chaparral, and rugged river canyon.

Level: 3 - Miles: 6.2 - Elevation change: 1400 ft - Host: Brent M.

Know Before You Go:

Parking is $10.00 - Parking next door in the Plaza is free.
Dogs Allowed on Leash
Dress appropriately, layers are suggested
Restrooms - Available In Parking Lot

Directions:

From San Jose Take 680-N for 71 miles, tale exit 71A to I-80 E, go 78 miles, exit 119-C, turn left on Elm Ave, go 6.7 miles, go left on CA-193, turn right to stay on CA-193-49 south. The trail starts from the parking lot behind the fire station on the north end of the small town of Cool.

Where to Meet:

We will meet in the Parking lot to start the hike.