MT. TAM: HIDDEN CREEKS AND FORESTS OF THE NORTH SIDE

Leader: Gary Weiss

Leader Email: gary@sfhiking.com

Leader Phone: 415-279-5570

Meeting Date and Day: Saturday, May 29, 2021

Meeting Time: 8:45 AM

Departure Time: 9:00 AM

Rating:  Level 4

Mileage: 8.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 1650'

Description:  On this hike we'll be spending a lot of time in the middle of nowhere; among deep forests and creeks that are far from any system trail.  There are a few steep sections, and in several areas the trails will be a bit "uneven", but it's an area you'll feel like getting lost in (PROMISE we won't!)
I've recorded this hike already; the mileage/elevation are accurate - for those who doubt!
There should still be a substantial number of wildflowers still in bloom.

Masks and distancing are still required.

PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU NEED A RIDE AND/OR CAN TAKE A PASSENGER, AND WHAT YOUR COMFORT LEVEL IS REGARDING PASSENGERS.

ALSO - for those coming from the east or north bay we can meet to carpool at the Fairfax Parkade - across from the Fairfax Theater, 9 Broadway St.  Let me know if you're interested in doing this.

Bring/Wear:  Bring plenty of water, lunch &  layers for a spring hike.  Hiking poles would be useful. And your MASK.

Rain Policy: Please contact the hikeleader if there's any question.

Alternate Meeting Place: We'll meet at the Lake Lagunitas Parking Lot - near a lovely grouping of Porta-potties.  Take the San Anselmo exit off Hwy 101.  Take Sir Francis Drake Blvd west for 6.5 miles to Fairfax.  From here, go one block past the theater and turn left onto Bolinas-Fairfax Rd.  Go another 1.6 miles to Sky Oaks Rd which leads to all the lakes in the area.  The fee paying area ($8) is just past the usually unoccupied booth. 
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Alternate Meeting Time:  10:00 AM

Alternate Meeting Departure Time:  10:15 AM

Driving Distance: 50 miles total there and back

Car Pool Fees Including Bridge Toll and Entrance Fee: $10