Last Minute Hike - Tilden Park & Wildcat Peak
Details
Join Gil for this scenic hike in Tilden Park with 360-degree views of the Bay Area. Distance: 6 miles - Total Elevation Gain: 900 ft. We’ll regroup at major trail junctions and take a snack break at Wildcat Peak.
- When / Weather: Expected temperature in Berkeley: 65°F – 70°F.
- Meeting Point: Little Farm Parking Lot (https://maps.app.goo.gl/LBdiDhKkYNFQU4Du6). Overflow parking is nearby. (Wildcat Canyon Road between Orinda and Tilden Park is currently open.)
- The Route: Meadows Canyon Trail → left on Curran Trail → left on Nimitz Way (paved section) → left on Wildcat Peak Trail (snack break at the peak) → right on Peak → left on Wildcat Creek Trail back to the parking lot.
- Bathrooms: Available near the Little Farm parking lot at the start, and again at Inspiration Point about 2 miles into the hike.
- What to Bring: At least 1 liter of water, layers of clothing, good hiking shoes, and a hat or sunscreen... and of course, an attitude for making friends!
- Dogs: No dogs allowed in this section of the park.
- Optional post hike meetup spot: The Overlook at Tilden (https://maps.app.goo.gl/erag5Z6PMewPKd366)
- Thanks to hike organizer’s Tom & Beth for this nice hike description overview.
