Placer County
Benson Hut, Pacific Crest Trail below Anderson Peak
Placer County
Benson Hut, Pacific Crest Trail below Anderson Peak
Hiking Highlight
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This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Tahoe National Forest
Location: Placer County, California, United States
Shelter mostly meant for winter accomodation, but can also be useful in other seasons. Public emergency and day use free, overnight stays need reservation via the Sierra Club at Claire Tappaan Lodge in Norden, Donner Pass. $25 plus 10% tax. If unplanned stay was needed and space was available, send payment right afterwards. 6 bunks downstairs and wood floor upstairs, bring mattress/sleeping bag. No water. In winter snow can be melted on the wood stove. Fire wood is in fuel room on right side inside the hut.
February 7, 2020
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