Name: Annadel Buick Meadow hike: 9.5 miles, 1200' altitude gain (Mod)
Start: 2024-12-26T08:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-12-26T12:00:00-08:00

**RAIN will CANCEL** updates will be posted by 10 PM night before in the comments.
**This is a workout hike which means that we will NOT be doing a lunch stop. Being a Work Out hike we will be hiking at an average pace of 2.5 miles per hour.** Please come with snacks in your pocket and plenty of water!

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This is a lovely loop, providing some of the best Annadel has to offer: oak woodlands, grassy meadows, bay trees, redwoods, and the lake. This also takes us out to one of the less traveled areas of the park.
Parktrail Dr. (trail head) to Canyon Trail: The trail's elevation increases steadily after the wooden bridge and intersection of Spring Creek Trail. At the top is a great view of Santa Rosa, the coastal mountain range, Mt. Saint Helena and the geysers in Napa County. After about 1.5 miles, we will branch off to the right on Marsh Trail. Marsh Trail: This trail climbs steadily from its beginning skirting the northern flank of Bennett Mountain. Higher elevations provide views of Lake Ilsanjo and the Mayacamas Mountain Range. The trail runs through prime oak woodlands, grasslands and cool islands of coastal redwoods. After about 2.2 miles, we arrive at Buick Meadow and branch off to the left on South Burma Trail. For about 0.5 mile we go up higher to our maximum elevation of 1427ft and then steadily descend for about 2 miles in the shady forests of Bay trees. At the end of South Burma Trail we then take a left at Lake Trail and hike along the north side of Lake Ilsanjo. At the lake's dam we descend down Spring Creek Trail. This final trail of the hike is completely shaded by alders, redwoods and arching bay trees that grow along the creek canyon, making this one of the most pleasant trails in the park on a hot day.

There is no lunch break on this hike, feel free to bring a snack that you can eat while hiking.

Driving Directions to Trailhead: -

From Highway 12 East Bound from 101

At the stoplight continue straight onto Hoen Ave.

Take a right at the light onto Summerfield Ave.

Take a left on Parktrail drive (2nd street on left).

Park about a 1/3 of a mile up the road; the trailhead is on the left.

Please read and be familiar with the guidelines of the group as listed below. It’s important before you come on a Wanderer hike that you agree and are prepared with the following.

As always:

We combine enjoyment of the trail with respect for everyone’s time. 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 2.5-3 mph. We do get separated from time to time as everyone walks their own pace but please bear in mind that you will need to be able to stay within a reasonable distance from the group. Make sure this is something you are prepared for and would enjoy.

TO BRING:

always bring your hiking safety essentials as well as layered clothing, water and food appropriate to the outing as mentioned below.

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 10pm the previous evening.

Give yourself time to find the trail head so that you arrive prior to the scheduled time. That is the time we head out on the trail.

Wear comfortable hiking shoes with good rugged soles that are well broken in.

Duration: 3.5-4 hours

Facilities: No

Dogs: No

Bring plenty of water. More than one bottle is usually a good idea.

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

No lunch stop since we'll be done early. Bring snacks for your pocket.

Bring your smile and great attitude! We are ALL about trail enjoyment while respecting everyone’s time!

See you on the trail!

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 Annadel Buick Meadow hike: 9.5 miles, 1200' altitude gain (Mod)

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