The Coast to Crest Trail section that heads west towards Hogan Lake. This is an excellent place for trail running, hiking and horseback riding.<br><br>A permit is required to use this trail and there is self registration at the trail heads.<br><br>You can find more information about the route <a href="http://www.ebmud.com/recreation/sierra-foothills/sierra-foothills-trails/">here</a>.
There are lots of steep but relatively short climbs on the race trail. Folks described it as sneaky because there's one after another.
Trailhead at Rich Gulch
Wildflowers were plentiful on April 23!
Lake views!
Beautiful views can be seen along the route. It's good to see lots of water!
The hills are green in Mokelumne (in April, at least).
The water is still flowing after a super-wet winter.
Spring is in the air at the Mokelumne half marathon 2017.
The descent back to Rich Gulch Trailhead
View of the Mokelumne River