Description: This is a scenic walk and good trails in spite of the recent rains. Should be a pleasant event to close the year! We will have several walk leaders to accompany walkers and accommodate various levels of distance and walking pace. There is always the option to turn around and have someone go with you. Before we start out, we will discuss the options and plan accordingly. Where to Meet: We will meet in the parking lot just beyond the Steam Trains off Lomas Cantadas Road, east of Grizzly Peak. There is an accessible toilet near there. What to bring: Binoculars if you have them, good hiking shoes for the trails, layered clothing for variable weather, water, windbreaker, hat, snacks. Hiking poles are a good idea, if you have them. Bring your cell phone if you have one! Directions: You can take Ashby Ave east, Left on Claremont Drive, Left on Grizzly Peak, Right on Lomas Cantadas, first Left toward Steam Trains, pass the steam trains and bare Right to get to the trailhead parking lot at the far end. For additional clarity: The navigational setting for the Steam Trains is 2481 Grizzly Peak Blvd., Orinda. There is a jog to the right on Lomas Cantadas and a left to and past the steam trains themselves. Bear right past the steam trains to get to the trailhead parking lot at the far end.
Transportation: Need a ride? Members can request a ride from the Ashby Village office- 510-204-9200. Or have your guest bring you, and join you on the walk.