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Partial Moon Eclipse Hike from Pantoll

August 27 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

4 miles/ 150 ft elevation gain
In twilight we will take the Old Stage fire road to arrive at West Point Inn in time to witness the Moonrise at 7:39PM. We expect the moon will rise with a small shadow on it. By 8:12PM, the partial eclipse will become obvious. At that point, we will return to Pantoll in the dark via the Old Stage fire road.  Moderate pace.

This hike will be led by Docent Franklin Young.

HIKE DOCENTS have passed a background check under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Sign up: through our Meetup page. This hike is limited to 19. Please check that page for any updates, cancellation… 

Trails: Out and back on Old Stage Coach fire road (unpaved). It is suitable for low light and light rain

Meeting place: Pantoll by the Friends of Mt. Tam trailer

Parking: Please park in the Pantoll lot. $8 fee is required. Pay by cash or QR code. 

Start time: 6:30 PM / Return: 9:30PM

Headlamp/flashlight, sturdy shoes, water and light snacks highly recommended

Details

  • Date: August 27
  • Time:
    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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