Sunol Wildflower and Waterfall Hunt

Looking for wildflowers before they are gone for the season. On this trip we will be trying a new trail based on article on the ebparks.org webpage.
The trail is Canyon View to Little Yosemite Waterfalls. This from AllTrails Canyon View Trail to Little Yosemite is a 4.8 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Sunol, California that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Bring water and a hat. I might bring my dog.

From EBParks.org. "If you have time to get out to just one spectacular Spring flower show, Sunol is the place to be. On Saturday, April 2nd, Sunol will host the Wildflower Festival, and I expect a dramatic blast of color from the wonderfully greening up hillsides. To be a good sport, I'm going to tell you about a great loop that will leave nothing on the table.

The loop will begin at the Camp Ohlone Road trailhead at the southernmost parking area. Check out the water in Alameda Creek as you cross the bridge, and follow the wide road out through a sun drenched valley. You may hear the gobble of wild turkeys, which are well established at Sunol. The distinctive, deep purple sweet pea known as vetch seems to be attracted to poppies, which makes for startling contrast. Flowers less than an inch from the ground begin a progression of growth vertically, with dozens of different shades gathering to show off. Follow this trail to Little Yosemite's waterfalls; the falls should be roaring right now after the drenching the hills have received lately. At Little Yosemite, take the Canyon View Trail just behind you, and keep an eye out for some really special shade seeking plants beneath the oaks. Look for larkspur and wild iris among many others. You'll grab some wonderful views of the park along Canyon View Trail, and will soon reach the McCorkle Trail. Treading across a section of brilliant blue - green serpentine rock as you make a left and turn toward the parking lot, check out the flowering grasses, vetch and bright poppies. Stop and look around a lot here, too - you may see a Golden Eagle has joined you for the hike down. These graceful birds gain elevation without flapping a wing. Consider the day a very special one if you see one tagging along."
Photo from EB Parks Page.

Hope to see you there!
Dave
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