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With Kaye Gamper leading this hike we are returning to the Sonoma Wine Country.  Sugarloaf Ridge State Park is located northeast of Kenwood in the Mayacamas Mountains between the Sonoma and Napa valleys. Elevations within the 3,900-acre park range from 600 feet at the entrance to 2,729 feet at the top of Bald Mountain, which overlooks the Napa and Sonoma Valleys with Mount Saint Helena to the North.

Kay’s plan is to put two hikes together.  Hike the Creekside Nature Trail which is an easy 1 mile shaded trail.  Following the Creekside Trail, we will hike the Hillside Loop Trail.  The Hillside Hike Trail is also easy and 2 miles – half sun and half shade. 

There is an entry fee of $10 per car.  If you are 62 and above the entry fee is $8 per car.  If you have a State Park Pass entry is free. Bring a lunch and enjoy a fall meal and conversation with hiking friends.

Oh no, now what do after the hike?  There are more hikes to hike. 

OR  visit the Robert Ferguson Observatory dedicated to public viewing and education, the Robert Ferguson Observatory is the LARGEST in the western United States and it’s right at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. 

OR  Explore wineries.  These wineries are close by: Landmark Vineyards, Wellington Vineyards, St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Kunde Family Estate, St. Annes Crossing, Muscardini Cellars, and Benziger Family Winery.  There are many more wineries to explore.  (As a reminder, most wineries now charge for tasting so do your research.) 

Now if this isn’t enough options for you, how about dinner in Sonoma or Napa on the way home.?

Dogs are not allowed on this trail. Bring water, hat, sunscreen, and optional snacks, trekking poles, or binoculars. Hiking boots or sturdy shoes are recommended.

Hikers will meet at the Woodland Presbyterian Church parking lot at 7:45 a.m. to sign in, receive instructions for the day, and form carpools.  We will leave at 8:00 for the 1 hour and 50 minute drive.

The Woodland Outdoor Wanderers is a community-based organization open to all, and dedicated to introducing Yoloans to their natural and cultural environments, and to each other.  For more information  email kathyjtrott@gmail.com