Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
The trail begins in the Caughlin Ranch neighborhood with an abundance of street parking.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
The first portion of the trail overlaps with the Steamboat Ditch Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
A short portion of the hike follows the paved Caughlin Ranch trails as homes line that multi use path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
Beyond the tunnel, the trail begins climbing with Cross Peak visible here in the background.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
Most of the trail's length parallels Alum Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
One of several creek crossings along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
The hike leaves the suburban feel behind and enters the lower Sierra forests.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
The beginning of the last stretch to the peak.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
A boulder field tops the hilltop, where panoramic views of the Truckee Meadows area awaits.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
Cross Peak.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
05/08/2025
A waterfall along Alum Creek.