Field Trip: Buck Rock East Tunnel

Saturday, May 2, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Field Trip: Buck Rock East Tunnel
Leaders: Barbra Settles and Al Collinet
Meeting Location: CVS Pharmacy, 2341 Ashland St., Ashland
The hike is 5.7 miles roundtrip with 967 feet in elevation gain mostly along old fire roads.
Options for shorter distances exist if necessary. Enjoy the huge early spring bloom of
buckbrush, Ceanothus cuneatus. We should be able to find a number of our flower
friends in this mixed forest at an elevation of about 3600 feet. We will check out the
east entrance of the partially completed railroad tunnel constructed for the Oregon and
California Railroad. Bring the most powerful flashlight or headlamp that you have for the
best viewing. The interesting history of these tunnels will be discussed. For more
information you can search on the internet for “The Buck Rock Tunnel Archaeological
Site.”
Please register in advance by contacting si************@***il.com