Our trail is a botanist's delight, with native plants and late spring wildflowers galore. For those more geologically inclined, we’ll pass outcrops of Marin's well-traveled Franciscan rocks, formed in Jurassic seas far from present-day California. Our route includes a visit to the Battery Townsley “newtist colony”, where we’ll sneak a peek at the secretive salamanders.

Optional visit to the Point Bonita Lighthouse after our hike.

Leaders

Julie Soller and Ken Lavin

Total Distance

This is a moderate hike of about 4 miles with several hundred feet in elevation change. Parts of the trail are a bit rugged.

Weather Policy

Rain cancels

Cost

Free, but reservations are required.

Where to Meet

We'll assemble near the restrooms by the Rodeo Beach parking area.

Notes

Bring water and lunch. Dress in layers and wear good hiking shoes. Bring poles if you normally use them. If you have questions about this outing email Ken Lavin at klavin@greenbelt.org.

About the Leaders

Julie Soller is a Bay Area native and amateur naturalist completing the UC California Naturalist certification program. She has been hiking in Marin weekly for several years with the Marin Meanderers. Julie is a lifelong birder and loves identifying birds by sight and ear. She has been the host for 9 years of StorySlam Oakland, a live, true personal storytelling show. Her goal is to bring people closer into belonging with nature through sights, sounds, smells and interesting stories.

Ken Lavin is the Outings Coordinator for Greenbelt Alliance. You can learn more about Ken here.