Lakes Basin / Sierra Buttes (dates TBD)

Trail Leader

Guy Giuffre

Dates

Mid-August 2026 (exact dates TBD)

Planned Route

Gold Lake to Snake Lake and Poker Flat

About

Explore the stunning Lakes Basin and Sierra Buttes area! This trip offers a mix of scenic forest roads and rock crawling opportunities, with routes ranging from easy cruising to challenging technical terrain.

The Lakes Basin is one of the Sierra Nevada’s hidden gems, featuring alpine lakes, granite peaks, and incredible views of the Sierra Buttes.

Trip Details

Trip Type	Forest roads to rock crawling
Difficulty	Easy to Moderate, with Hard options
Route	Gold Lake → Snake Lake → Poker Flat

Vehicle Requirements

• Minimum: 31” tires
• Recommended: Basic recovery gear (tow straps, D-rings)

Harder routes will require more capable rigs – discuss with Trail Leader before the trip.

Questions?

Contact Trail Leader Guy Giuffre or reach out at our monthly club meetings.