Quad 4 Bolinas Ridge Hike from Pantoll

Join Docent Debra Hoitomt for this guided hike.
This hike will have some very nice ocean views, weather permitting. It is considered a “moderate” hike. There is sustained climbing on Bolinas Ridge and Cataract.

Trails: Matt Davis, Bolinas Ridge Trail, Cataract Creek, Old Mine
6 miles / 1000 feet elevation gain
Sign up is required
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check this Meetup page  for updates
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking and pay parking fees. Pantoll parking requires an $8 fee.
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: There will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant. Sunscreen or sun coverup recommended.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).
This hike is part of the “Quad 4 hikes” – four epic hikes. Together they are 21 miles with 4,300 feet of elevation. Individually they are 4.5 – 6.5 miles long with 500 – 1,500 of elevation. Upon completing all 4 hikes, you will receive a badge of Honor.