Description
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If we can access the starting point with public transports, please explain the lines to use and share any useful informations.
(S) From here, describe the instructions to follow from the starting point.
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The plot has to end by the location where the walk finishes. If it is a loop please write (S/E) at the end of the description. If it is a one way route write (E).
Waypoints
- S : km 0 - alt. 1,292 m
- 1 : km 1.17 - alt. 1,293 m - More BLM land - this time a good stretch of land with river access suitable for stealth or dispersed camping. River access.
- 2 : km 3.88 - alt. 1,288 m - Continue straight
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The road leading to the south and east takes you to the Fort Churchill campground.
$15/n Campsites include a table and fire ring, and all are shaded by large cottonwood trees, running adjacent to the Carson River.
- 3 : km 5.51 - alt. 1,301 m - Fort Churchill State Park
Visitors Center with Water, Restrooms
39.29568, -119.26627 Elev 4291 ft
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Fort Churchill was built in 1861 to provide protection for early settlers and guard Pony Express mail runs. Today the ruins are preserved in a state of arrested decay within the Fort Churchill State Historic Park, and visitors can walk designated trails to study the ruins. The park also features the renovated Buckland Station, an important way station in the 1800s for pioneer travelers on the Overland Route.
- 4 : km 6.82 - alt. 1,297 m - Turn sharp right onto US 95 ALT
- 5 : km 7.84 - alt. 1,277 m - Buckland's Station
Museum. Restrooms, picnic area.
Th-Su 10-2
- 6 : km 9.22 - alt. 1,286 m - Turn left onto Simpson Road
- 7 : km 26.76 - alt. 1,276 m - At the fork, keep right.
- 8 : km 26.81 - alt. 1,276 m - Bear left to stay on Simpson Rd
- 9 : km 26.95 - alt. 1,278 m - Hooten Well - Continue NNE and soon NE on Simpson Road/Pony Express Trail
Hiker Tip: Successful water cache site B&C'12, Ken & Marcia '05
39.27670, -119.04445 Elev 4207 ft
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There is a well here, but it is operated by electricity. And there is no electricity. So unless someone happens by, don't count on it. Also there are cattle troughs. If it has rained recently, there may be water available. But cacheing is your best bet.
- E : km 32.18 - alt. 1,395 m
Useful Information
Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.
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