Off for the Sierra Cascades Tomorrow!
06-03-10 | 04:55 AM
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Off for the Sierra Cascades Route Tomorrow!
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06-03-10 | 08:11 AM
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Hey Pete,
Over on supertopo, Hossjulia, who works at TPR (Tioga Pass Resort) says she thinks they are opening the pass today. Sounds like services might open a lot later than the road, but you can just go all the way over if the camping isn't open.
https://www.supertopo.com/climbing/th...=574072&tn=220
Also, earlier someone suggested camping at Hogdon Meadows, there are a couple of campgrounds some way up Tioga - White Wolf is one of them - that are a better on-the-way option. I *would* carry a water filter on this trip, if only just for the tioga road day, if the power is out the water is out, but there are lots of streams & lakes you can filter from.
I am so envious.
Over on supertopo, Hossjulia, who works at TPR (Tioga Pass Resort) says she thinks they are opening the pass today. Sounds like services might open a lot later than the road, but you can just go all the way over if the camping isn't open.
https://www.supertopo.com/climbing/th...=574072&tn=220
Also, earlier someone suggested camping at Hogdon Meadows, there are a couple of campgrounds some way up Tioga - White Wolf is one of them - that are a better on-the-way option. I *would* carry a water filter on this trip, if only just for the tioga road day, if the power is out the water is out, but there are lots of streams & lakes you can filter from.
I am so envious.
06-03-10 | 08:28 AM
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Thanks to all.
Valygrl, That sounds promising about the possible opening. I really want to do Tioga Pass.
Valygrl, That sounds promising about the possible opening. I really want to do Tioga Pass.
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06-03-10 | 10:00 AM
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Have fun, Pete.
I'll watch your journal on CGOAB and maybe trying to intersect with you as you get closer to Mt. Rainier.
I've ridden sections of this route in Washington and California; it's going to be a great tour.
I'll watch your journal on CGOAB and maybe trying to intersect with you as you get closer to Mt. Rainier.
I've ridden sections of this route in Washington and California; it's going to be a great tour.
06-03-10 | 10:15 AM
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That would be cool. If anyone else sees us say hi.
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06-03-10 | 02:00 PM
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Sounds like FUN!! I noticed your maps on CGOAB, instead of a left on W. Laurel from N. Harbor Dr. , try continuing on down N. Harbor Dr. to W. Grape St. Take a left there to P. C. H. W. Laurel can be heavy, traffic wise. Also there is a bike path along N. Harbor Dr.
I am so JEALOUS.
I am so JEALOUS.
06-03-10 | 03:23 PM
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We'll be there with you in spirit Pete. Happy trails, and don't forget to write. I, for one, will be checking your journal daily. Ride safe.
06-03-10 | 05:07 PM
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Tioga opens Saturday
https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
06-04-10 | 07:23 AM
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I was looking for a book on local trails last night and came across my old book on the Pacific Crest Bicycle Trail, which is what this route is based on, I understand. It looked great! I'm definitely adding itto my to-do list.
Are you starting in Sumas? Riding into Bellingham? I lived in Bellingham for 13 years and worked in Sumas for 5 of those years. ........good times. I'm looking forward to reading your journal on CrazyGuy. I've got it bookmarked. Have a safe and wonderful trip!
Are you starting in Sumas? Riding into Bellingham? I lived in Bellingham for 13 years and worked in Sumas for 5 of those years. ........good times. I'm looking forward to reading your journal on CrazyGuy. I've got it bookmarked. Have a safe and wonderful trip!
