CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Wallace Falls Loop

Enjoy beautiful waterfalls just outside Gold Bar. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 10.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,700 ft

Meet at the Ash Way Park and Ride at 7 a.m. to form carpools. 

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I will park in the southwest corner of the lot. 

This loop hike will take place at Wallace Falls and Wallace Lake using a combination of the main Wallace Falls trail, a forest road, and the Gregg Ball Trail. We'll move at a moderate pace, stopping for breaks as needed.  

As always, bring the ten essentials.  If you have questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Route/Place

Wallace Falls


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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