The California Association of 4WD Clubs has posted details about their upcoming High Sierra Poker Run that taks place over Labor Day Weekend at the end of August:
Have you ever thought of running the Dusy Ershim Trail, but never had enough time to do it? We have the answer. The scenic Swamp Lake Trail offers the same beautiful scenery but can be run in one day, or you can enjoy it over a two-day period with the return of our overnight run. If you think the Swamp Lake Trail is too difficult, we have the scenic beauty of the Bald Mountain Trail with spectacular views of Shaver Lake.
The Central District is pleased to sponsor this CA4WDC fund raiser and we hope that more wheelers will make this part of their Labor Day plans. We are experiencing growth in the number of participants and volunteers. Since the Swamp Lake Run is limited to fifty rigs, be sure to sign up early if you are interested in this run. We will have on-site registration, but our hosts, the High Sierra Ranger District of the Sierra National Forest, is very committed to protecting these trails for all to enjoy in the future.
Highlights include:
- Under special permit granted by the US Forest Service High Sierra Ranger District
- Oversized vehicles are not recommended on Swamp Lake Trail
- SUV run to Bald Mountain available on Saturday or Sunday
- Traction aiding differentials in either front or rear will be required for Swamp Lake Trail
- UTV run Saturday or Sunday
- Bald Mountain Ladies Run on Sunday
- The Swamp Lake overnight run is back!
If you have a new rig, are a new driver, or you just want to try off-roading for the first time, Bald mountain trail offers challenges and scenery that are still fun, but less stressful than the Swamp Lake trail. The Bald Mountain Lookout offers breathtaking views of Shaver Lake and the Central Valley. Hollywood Hill, Vee Rock, and Shale Hill are thrilling, but less likely to result in scratched body panels. There are other nearby trails that individuals can run on their own on Saturday or Sunday. Bald Mountain will be run on Saturday and Sunday as well if there is enough interest for a second run.
For more information, you can visit the CA4WDC page HERE, or contact For more information contact Clayton Weed at cweed_4@msn.com, or (559) 816-4314.