The Sweeps Hiking Group

Hi Sweeps,
In July 2023, I took a fantastic four day hike through the resplendent wildflower fields of the North Sierra - Lakes Basin region near Graeagle, CA. The hikes were all on the order of 5 to 8 miles each day with less than 800 feet of climbing. There were so many nice trails, lots of beautiful and refreshing lakes, and lots and lots of wildflowers (Spring is late is the Sierras). BE SURE TO LOOK AT THE PHOTOS SECTION OF THIS POSTING.🤠🥰 I stayed at a wonderful B&B called Sierra Sky Lodge. I arranged with Wendy, the proprietor, to book six cabins for four nights begining on July 26, 2026, and leaving on July 30. The cost is $720 per cabin. Thusfar, five of the cabins are filled with Susan, Karen + Jim, Wilma, Mahendar, and me. So that leaves one additional cabin remaining to be filled. This trip was originally intended to be a trial run for posting it as an official Sweeps hiking trip for next year. However, I miscalculated and have ended up with an extra room for my dry run. SO .... if you would like to come join us, please respond quickly. I will need to cancel the room on July 1, if it is not filled by then. Since there is only room for one more (or two if share a room), the first to sign up and send me a 100 deposit will get the room.

Join Randy for a well shaded hike along the meandering trails of Joaquin Miller and Redwood Regional Parks. We will start with a stunning overlook of downtown Oakland, and continue our hike through majestic Redwood groves, stopping for lunch at Huckleberry picnic area in the Robert's Grove. The hike will be about 5.5 miles and 900ft elevation gain. This will be a loop hike and will begin at the Joaquin Miller Ranger Station parking lot. Parking is free, and there are restrooms at the hike starting point and lunch stop. Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome on this hike.

Google maps meet location:
Joaquin Miller Ranger Station
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pa77FCFgczRhVYAK8

We will hike at an average to slower pace (25-30 mins per mile) so we can enjoy the experience while we get the heart pumping. Please update your RSVP if you cannot attend, so as many people as possible can enjoy this hike.

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