Do you enjoy a slow walk in a valley, breezes, wildflowers, the sounds of songbird, the taste of a Douglas Fir needle or a California Bay leaf, the aroma of Tarweed, or watching wild turkeys and California Quail hunt for seeds and insects in the grass? Join Sugarloaf docents for this series of meandering explorations. Each month (weather permitting) we will explore one or two of our three accessible trails-- the Creekside Trail, the Nature Trail, and the Meadow trail. Suitable for all levels and a range of mobility, these Sunday afternoon adventures will accommodate people using wheelchairs, walkers, canes, young children, parents with babies in strollers, and those who just enjoy slow walks in nature that stimulate the five senses.
This outing is free as part of our Annual California State Parks Week celebration but requires RSVP. Meet at the White Barn parking lot. There will be frequent stops and opportunities for conversation, photography, nature journaling, wildlife viewing, resting, etc., so bring your nature journal, camera, or binoculars if you have them. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, sun protection, bring water and if desired, a snack. Space limited to 12. Parking fees apply.
Ease of access: The Creekside Nature Trail is an ADA-compliant trail 0.9 miles long (roundtrip) with a slope of no more than 5°. An accessible, van-designated parking spot and an accessible vault toilet are available at the White Barn parking lot. If further accommodations are needed, please call the Sugarloaf Visitor Center as soon as possible at 707-833-5712 during business hours.
California State Parks Week (June 11-15) is presented by California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Parks California and the California State Parks Foundation. Through special community events and in-person and virtual programming, this annual event celebrates California’s 280 state parks and the people who visit and help protect these iconic places. View our other activities for the week, including two opportunities for riding the SugarShuttle, as well as a Forest Bathing Walk.
