Thank you for you interest in the 4th Annual Hume Lake run.
Located in the Sequoia Nation Forest, the trails we traverse are some of the most beautiful in the world! The trails range from mild to moderate and in elevation from 6,000 to 9,000 feet above sea level. There will be something for everyone, from stock SUV's to "built" trail rigs (all vehicles will need to comply with the SLO 4-Wheelers safety check list)
This area is rich in history and geology. It was first logged in the late 1800's and our campsite, along Abbott Creek, was the location of the 2nd logging camp in the Sequoias which opened production August 6, 1889. We will be privileged to have along for the ride, Ryan W., a local resident and guide. Ryan has explored the myriad of trails in the Hume Lake area and has found many interesting artifacts, which he will show us!
An interesting book on the Hume Lake area and logging history is available through the SLO county libraries; it is called "They Felled the Redwoods" by Hank Johnston. Reading this is a great way to get "primed" for the trip and it has some old maps and photographs, which include our campsite (s) and some of the trails we will be on.
We will be camping Friday and Saturday night in the Milwood area near Sequoia Lake and Sunday night (for all those fortunate enough to stay), near the Buck Rock trail. It will be "Dry Camping" which means bring your own water, there are no toilets, so bring a shovel and use it! The camping is free, There is gas, air, water and groceries at the Hume Lake store which we will visit Saturday PM and Sunday AM.
The trip from SLO North County takes about 4 hours, which includes a lunch/gas stop (no pun intended). Please find the enclosed road map to our campsite. We will post "SLO4WD" pie plates at all major intersections and direction choices coming as you travel from the North County. We will be meeting at 8 AM at the Atascadero K-Mart, which will give us time to run the Millwood trail and "Panel Wagon Bypass" before dinner. If you arrive after dark please be considerate of those sleeping, we're glad you came, just wait to announce it till breakfast!
The weather can range from 40's to the 80's so bring a range of clothing from shorts to sweats. Firearms are allowed in the forest but not in or near our camp. Fishing and swimming are enjoyed at Hume Lake. There are mountain quail and blue grouse. If someone gets a photo of a blue grouse that is recognizable, I will trade a 4th Annual Hume Lake T-shirt ($15.00) for the photo. There are bears but we haven't seen any in the past 2 years. Bring a CB radio tuned to channel 7. Bring a couple of jokes, a camera, a good attitude and some flexibility!
All participants must be a paid member of the SLO County 4WD Club. This is a $20.00 annual fee and entitles you to participate in all the remaining 1999 club runs. A limited quantity of the 4th Annual Hume Lake Run T-shirts are available (XL only) for $15.00.
For more information Email me at
[email protected]
Keep looking up!
Will H.
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