Noted for its mining activities, Quicksilver County Park is a 135 year-old California landmark area. With more than 4,000 acres, the park attracts hikers and outdoor lovers of all kinds.
Heading up to Catherine's Tunnel on this 8 mile out and back (with a small loop near the top) moderate hike, -/+ 1,224 feet elevation. Visiting a couple of historic mining sites on the way.
Mostly shaded. Rain does not cancel hike. Lunch afterwards at Aqui's on Curtner Ave.
Please bring water, good shoes and snacks as needed.
RULES:
- The hike will start ten minutes after the meeting time.
- Stop at all trail junctions.
- Do not leave the hike without advising the leader/leaders first.
- Please leave bad attitudes at home!
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers and event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a hike is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. By signing up for a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers and event hosts of this Meetup group from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. Our hike organizers are not responsible for your safety, these are always “Hike at your Own Risk” events.
