Shaun Hunter
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01/27/2018
The trail begins by crossing atop the Boca Dam, which is seasonally closed to auto traffic. Once across the dam, the trail heads into the forest.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Historical markers and a panoramic view with Boca Reservoir and Boca Hill sitting prominently in the landscape.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
The road across Boca Dam sees lots of families and dog walkers, though the amount of other people lessens significantly once the route continues on the other side.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Continuing on up the forest road at the far side of Boca Dam.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
The trail follows the wide forest road through the forest as it skirts above the western shore of Boca Reservoir.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Boca Reservoir Road is popular with snowshoers and cross-country skiers, and is an easy ramble with its wide gradual climbs and meandering route.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Boca Reservoir Road.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
A possible turnaround point, and a place definitely worth exploring, is Boca Campground, located about a mile into the trek. A winter closure gate ensures that the campground remains quiet during the snowy months.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Views over Boca Reservoir and the surrounding Sierra from the quiet tables inside Boca Campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
The frozen waters around Boca Boat Ramp viewed from Boca Campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Views across Boca Reservoir with Verdi Peak towering in the background from Boca Campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/27/2018
Exploring the snowy banks of Boca Reservoir's western shore after veering from Boca Reservoir Road.