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September 3-5, 2010
Labor Day Weekend on the Swamp Lake Trail
Pre-registration is now closed,
so come on out to the event and register on-site!
under special permit granted by the US Forest Service High Sierra Ranger District Read the forum discussion for the event
Oversized vehicles are not recommended on Swamp Lake Trail.
Camping equipment and food required for overnight run.
SUV run to Bald Mountain available on Saturday or Sunday.
Traction aiding differentials in either front or rear will be required for Swamp Lake Trail.
Margarita Blend off Sunday Night $100.00 Prize
Are you ready for the challenge of the Swamp Lake Trail or would you prefer the scenic beauty of the Bald Mountain Trail? The run stages at Bald Mountain base camp, which is reached by a paved road accessible by motor homes and fifth wheels and offers plenty of camping. Sunday night will feature a raffle, dinner and the annual Margarita Blend-off .
Saturday morning up to fifty rigs will head to Swamp Lake, a challenging trail that climbs to over 9,000 feet and offers awe inspiring views of the Sierras including Mount Whitney, Grouse Lake and old mining operations. Squeeze Rock, Rooster Rock, the rock garden and Blast Rock are just some of the problems that drivers and spotters must negotiate over the fifteen mile loop trail. Full size rigs can negotiate the trail if the driver is skilled and can accept body damage. A locker, 33-inch tires, front and rear tow points, and other usual CA4WDC are required. A winch is strongly recommended. There will be a one day (complete trail) and an overnight run.
The overnight run will feature camping at Swamp Lake on Saturday night, which is halfway on the trail. Be sure to bring your own food and camping gear for that. Sunday we will drive out and return early to base camp for games, dinner, and the raffle.
If you have a new rig, are a new driver, or you just want to try out your new SUV, Bald Mountain Trail offers challenges and scenery that are still fun, but less stressful than the Swamp Lake trail. The Bald Mountain Lookout offers breathtaking views of Shaver Lake and the Central Valley. Hollywood Hill, Vee Rock, and Shale Hill are thrilling, but less likely to result in scratched body panels. There are other nearby trails that individuals can run on their own on Saturday or Sunday. Bald Mountain will be run on Saturday and Sunday as well if there is enough interest for a second run.
The Margarita Blend-off will be Sunday night after the raffle. Those willing to taste the various entries are given votes. The mixologist with the most collected votes from the tasters wins $100. Other awards and prizes will also be given, including the RTI ramp and best club participation.
The Central District is pleased to sponsor this CA4WDC fund raiser and we hope that more wheelers will make this part of their Labor Day plans. We are experiencing growth in the number of participants and volunteers. Since the Swamp Lake Run is limited to fifty rigs, be sure to sign up early if you are interested in this run. We will have on-site registration, but our hosts, the High Sierra Ranger District of the Sierra National Forest, is very committed to protecting these trails for all to enjoy in the future. For more information, contact Steve Egbert at
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