Name: Stebbins Cold Cyn Reserve - 9 Miles 3000 ft. Stren ALSO Patagonia Trng hike
Start: 2024-12-30T08:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-12-30T14:00:00-08:00

This is a hike that won't be offered very often!

Experience the captivating beauty of Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve on this unforgettable hike, featuring the scenic Homestead Trail to Annie's Rock and a return journey along the Blue Ridge Trail.
**Homestead Trail to Annie's Rock:** Begin your adventure amidst towering oak trees and vibrant wildflowers. As you ascend through the canyon, listen for canyon wrens and the chatter of California towhees. Along the way also keep an eye out for sightings of the striking western bluebird and the elusive northern flicker.
AFter a rigorous climb you will arrive at Annie's Rock, soak in panoramic views of the canyon below. This is one of my favorite spots. Marvel at the vibrant blooms of California poppies and lupines dotting the landscape, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds in abundance. We then continue along and down Annie's trail to join the Blue Ridge trail.
**Blue Ridge Trail:** Continue your journey along the Blue Ridge Trail, where sweeping vistas await. Scan the skies for sightings of red-tailed hawks and turkey vultures, soaring gracefully above. Admire the delicate beauty of foothill penstemon and blue-eyed grass blooming along the trail's edge, attracting bees and butterflies.

**You need $3 in your pocket for the fee box that is along the trail.**

...We will have lunch/snack break well past half way at a scenic overlook of the lake. There are steep sections. But it will be a steady pace that will be very doable for fit experienced hikers.

Duration: 5-6 hours

Length: 9 miles

Elevation Gain: 3000 ft.

Trail Map: Park Map (http://www.napahiking.com/napa_hike_images/Lake_Berryessa_Stebbins_Canyon.pdf)

Facilities: No

Dogs?: No

Bring plenty of water. 2 liters is usually a good idea for a hike of this length.

Dress in layers. The hike starts off cool but rapidly warms up.

Bring a lunch and a snack. Lunch is well past half way!

Directions from Petaluma:

If from Petaluma or points south...Go to CA-37 E. Take I-80 E and I-505 N to CA-128 W (from I-505 N take CA-128 W exit toward Winters/Davis). Go about 10.3 miles to a big dirt lot off the right side of the road. Santa Rosa and Healdsburg gang head to Calistoga and from there head to 128 E along the lake...it's a beautiful drive. As soon as you reach the dam look for a dirt parking lot (with sign) that you drive down to on your left!!

Guidelines:
As always: If you are in the lead you will end up waiting at trail junctions. If you are in the back, you will be asked to do your best to keep up with the group and at waiting points, the group may move on as soon as you are within sight. Our pace averages 2.5-3mph.
Please always check your email the night before just in case there are any necessary adjustments to the hike details. Cancellations or any adjustments will be posted by 10 pm the previous evening.
MANDATORY!! Have a snack, that you can eat as you walk, in an easy to reach spot. We OFTEN stop for lunch well past halfway. Many times, you will need something to eat before we stop for lunch. Be prepared!
Duration: 4-5 hours
Dogs: No
Bring plenty of water. More than one bottle is usually a good idea.
Bring lunch for our break. Bring your smile and great attitude!
Carpool locations: Please read below. We do NOT prefill cars. We have all prospective car poolers make a comment of where they will be in the comments below. If you see others commenting that they will be there too, then you know that you have a carpool and make sure to show up prepared to drive if need be. We figure out the details at the site. There are no guarantees about who gets in. It is worked out at the carpool spot. Be prepared to drive to the trailhead in case it doesn't work out.
HEALDSBURG D'VINE: Leave by 6:30
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WINDSOR GROCERY OUTLET: Leave by 6:30
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ROHNERT PARK: Park and Ride on Hwy 101 Southbound (west of Hwy 101) at Rohnert Park Expressway exit wait in the farthest south lane of parking. Leave by 6:30
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COTATI: Park and Ride on the west side of HWY 101 behind the 76 gas station and Burger King Leave by 6:45
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PETALUMA-Lucky at the intersection of Lakeville and Caulfield Ln. Park closest to Payran St, leave at 6:50
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Rule of thumb is $8 for one hour drive to trailhead. $12 for over one hour. Make sure to insist on paying your driver and do it as you get in the car please. That way you don't forget.

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