The High Rock Trekkers (HRT) is a nonprofit organization comprised of 4-wheelers from several states. Their goal is to promote family 4-wheeling and to protect the country’s natural resources and the preservation of early emigrant trails.
Over the past 20+ years, HRT have contributed hundreds of hours performing conservation projects in the Black Rock Desert and the High Rock Canyon, such as:
- Installing gates for seasonal closures of sensitive areas to protect the bald eagle and big horn sheep during breeding and birthing seasons
- Installing culverts to protect roads at water crossings
- Building fences around hot springs
- Designed, Constructed and installed register boxes
- Designed and printed brochures for register boxes
- Performed maintenance and restoration on the cabins at Stevens Camp and Conlin Camp
- Cleaned illegal garbage dumpsites from various locations
- Installed barriers to protect meadows from vehicular traffic
HRT hosts an annual tour of the Historic Lassen-Applegate Emigrant Trail. Here’s what some of the participants have said when asked what they enjoyed about this trip:
- “The outdoors, the comradeship among the guides. Their knowledge of the land was great. We really enjoyed ourselves and will consider doing it again next year.” Monte Baker 2007
- “The stay at Double Hot Springs – beautiful country. Loved the narrations. Love the staff! Good setup & food quality. ”Deana & Jim Hansen 2007
- “The beautiful country and chance to see where a significant event(s) in our history took place. This trip truly makes a person appreciate what the Pioneers faced…” Smokey Reed 2007
- “History in grade (school) was never this interesting.” Ann Dinwiddie 2007
- “This was a great trip. Historical information was great. The organization of the High Rock Trekkers is incredible, and the people were so friendly. Meal crew was great!” Keith and JoAnn Anderson 2006
- “As a newbie and not knowing what to expect, had a great time, learned a lot, made some new friends.” Scott and John Walberg 2006
- “Great Historical Trip. Warner could make this a college class; his knowledge is great.” Donald Bourquin 2006
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Trying to get info to sign up lassen trial rided in 2014
The trail ride takes place the 3rd weekend in July, each year. In 2014 the dates will be July 18th – 21st, 2014. Price per adult is $275, children 7 – 14 $150 and children under 7 are free. All meals are provided. The form to sign up with more details should be on the website shortly. Thank you for your interest.