Friday, October 29: Las Conchas Trail Hike along the Jemez River East Fork. Meet at 9:00 a.m. at Home Depot in Bernalillo, 7700 Highway 550 at the North West corner of the parking lot. Carpooling encouraged as there is limited parking at the trail head on Highway 4. Recommended carpool driver donation is $15. This five-hour long outing includes one hour of driving each way from departure point, along the lovely winding mountain Highway 4 with a photo stop at the Gilman tunnels and waterfall. Then we will lunch together after the hike at Los Ojos in Jemez Springs. This easy pine forest hike alongside the mountain stream is approximately 3 miles round trip with 50 feet of elevation gain. You can find this hike listed as a Bonus Hike on page 217 of the 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles 3rd edition, by David Ryan and Steven Ausherman. Join us for a dose of nature and camaraderie. Bring your own water, and wear outer layers as temperatures can range from 40-70 degrees. This hike is appropriate for children over 12 accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No dogs. Covid 19 precautions will be taken as appropriate. Register on the electronic form provided no later than October 15th.
Trip Leader: June Parsons, 832-723-4533, comicsilver@gmail.com
Level: Easy
Location: Jemez Mountains, North of Jemez SpringsLevel: EasyLocation: Jemez Mountains, North of Jemez Springs
Sign-up: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000002FaUGAA0&mapLinkHref=https://maps.google.com/maps&daddr=Las%20Conchas%20Trail%20Hike%20along%20the%20Jemez%20River%20East%20Fork@35.333667,-106.578533
Level: Easy
Cost: There is no cost for this outing.
Signup Instructions: Register at the link provided no later than October 25th.
Bring: Water, snacks, outer layers, other health and comfort items as desired.
Signup Restrictions: No dogs please.
Carpool: Carpooling is always encouraged but please take appropriate C-19 precautions.
Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.
Cancellation Policy: Heavy rain cancels
