July 10-12, 2026
Celebrate KRCG’s 50th Anniversary!
Make plans now to attend the 2026 Kettle Rendezvous camp & hike at Gibraltar Trailhead.
To get there: take SR 20 west of Sherman Pass, turn south on Hall Creek Road, go about a half mile take the first road (FS 2053) right turn then travel 5 miles to Gibraltar Trailhead (signed). This is our annual hiking event and suitable for all ages. Enjoy the company of friends and a chance to meet new ones. Relax, hike a favorite trail or a new one — or just hang out at camp, hike on your own and enjoy good food and the company of outdoor enthusiasts.
Please RSVP or reply to this email – BUT we appreciate spur of the moment hikers, too! There is some cell service, though a bit spotty.
Please bring plate, cup, utensils, all personal items and potluck.
RENDEZVOUS SCHEDULE
Friday, July 10 – Arrive
1) Arrive and set up your camp & relax
Saturday, July 11 – Day Hikes
Arrive early (8:30 AM) and set up camp – enjoy a relaxing morning – get ready for day hikes
GUIDED & other HIKES OPTIONS
Most hikes will depart 9 AM from Gibraltar Trail Parking Area
Hikes depart 9 AM or stragglers hike leaves @ 9:30 AM
*Guided Hike Options – or on your own within 30 minutes of our camp
1) *Gibraltar Trail North Loop: Difficulty 2, 3.2 miles r/t, gain/loss 550’
2) *Gibraltar Trail South Loop: Difficulty 3, 9 miles r/t, gain/loss 1,000’ (this trail crosses can be done in two sections of equal distance, ~500’ gain/loss)
3) Snow Peak Trail, Difficulty, 3 or 4, 5.4 miles r/t, gain/loss 520 or more if hiking to Snow Peak Shelter or summiting Snow Peak (1,300’ (to summit)
4) Thirteenmile Trail, east portal to Seventeen/Fire Mt divide: Difficulty 2-3, 8 miles r/t, gain/loss 700’
*All guided hikes are contingent on a hike leader and at least 3 others
Saturday Dinner, Potluck, Music around the campfire
Potable Water and complimentary vegie chili & cornbread provided by KRCG.
POTLUCK – – Please bring something to share – Please bring your cup, utensils, bowl or plate. BYOB: bring your own beverages
Saturday evening Music around the Campfire by Mark Rhodes
Sunday, July 12 – Greet the day with sore muscles and happy stories. Break camp, go for a hike (unguided) and head home when you feel like it!. Bon voyage!