Camping and Hiking in Gerstle Cove Last weekend we scored a camping spot in the Gerstle Cove Camping Area. We stayed in site 16, using it as a base to hike from there. Overall the site was enjoyable however there were limited choices for the location of our tent within our site. Our campsite included a picnic table, a food storage (without a locking mechanism), and a fire ring. The fire ring is very tall, with S having trouble sitting in their U5 camp chair. ...
Truckee Tunnels Hike Trail Report Alright, so Tiffany insists the correct name is the “Donner Tunnels Trail”. Of course, she is correct. Overall the trip was enjoyable. Despite being a hot day the tunnels were cool. A slight draft when in the tunnels which was only really noticeable around the portals. Trail Condition and Geography We began at the top of the trail at Tunnel #6 and descended towards Truckee. The descent is around railroad grade which is mostly noticeable on the way back up. Total trail length is 3 miles from start to the new right of way. ...