California
95 – Flat Frog – Middle Ridge – Fish Trail Loop
Henry W. Coe State Park Distance: 8.0 miles round trip, 4 Hours (My time=2.5 hours) Elevation Change: 1,000 feet Level: Moderate Rating: 3 Stars “The closest thing to a wilderness park in the South Bay Area is Henry W. Coe State Park. This well known but little traveled park is the second largest in … Continue reading
94 – Coyote Peak Loop
Santa Teresa County Park Distance: 4.0 miles round trip, 2 Hours Elevation Change: 500 feet Level: Easy Rating: 2 Stars “…The park and its 1,1155-foot peak are clear winners for an afternoon hike with a stellar South Bay view” June 9, 2002 I finished this hike in an hour and 10 minutes and … Continue reading
93 – Antler Point Loop
Joseph D. Grant County Park Distance: 8.8 miles round trip, Elevation Change: 1,800 feet Level: Rating: 3 Stars June 8, 2002 This was my second hike from the book. The perfect directions and descriptions from the last hike (64-Bay View), lulled me into a false sense of security. The drive up to the trailhead … Continue reading
64 – Bay View
Coyote Hills Regional Park Distance: 4.8 miles round trip, 2.5 Elevation Change: 200 feet Level: Easy Rating: 3 Stars June 2, 2002 This was my first hike from the book. The directions and description were perfect, lulling me into a false sense of security on future hikes. From the book “A 1,000-acre patch of open … Continue reading
78 – Bear Gulch and Alambique Loop
Wunderlich County Park Distance: 5.4 miles round trip, 2.5 Hours (My time=4 hours including 3-4 extra miles) Elevation Change: 600 feet Level: Easy Rating: 2 Stars “…is a mix of redwoods, Douglas firs, creeks, meadows, wildflowers, and winding trails…” June 25, 2002 This was my favorite trail to date, hands down. I was … Continue reading