Hiking Tour of Lower Annadel

Join me for a hiking tour of lower Annadel State Park. This route is a unique combination of trails. We'll make our way up to Lake Ilsanjo, stop for a snack at the gazebo or the Lake. Then continue around the lake and down Spring Creek Trail back to Spring Lake. Most appropriate for those with at least a moderate level of fitness.

Where We Meet/Important Directions
Spring Lake Regional Park
5585 Newanga Ave Santa Rosa, CA 95405
NOT Channel Dr. entrance!!!
Off Hoen Ave - Past Summerfield Rd.
At the Entrance/ Pay Kiosk make a Right and go up the hill to the upper parking lot, with the picnic area on the right and restrooms on left. Give yourself enough time to arrive & pay park fee. It often takes longer than you think.

The Hike
Starting at Spring Lake - RIP, Violetti Fire Road, Cobblestone, Rough Go, around Lake Ilsanjo down Spring Crk back to Spring Lake - A loop hike
Length - 7 miles/11.3 kilometers
Elevation change 800 feet/244 meters
Difficulty - 7+/ 10 - Moderate
Exposures - 40% sun/ 60% shade - Rocky, poison oak, ticks/insects. Must be sure footed (confident and competent)!
Bring plenty of water. At least 68 oz./2 liters.
Dogs - Are not allowed
Facilities at trail head - Restrooms, picnic tables and shade.
Cost - $5 Cash.
Parking - $7 Sonoma County Regional Parks fee
Remember to wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, a hat, a snack, layered clothing and trekking poles.
Please Do Not Use Any scented products the day of a group hike!
Of course we will all look out for each other but ultimately, hikers are responsible for their own safety and well-being during hikes.

After Hike Gathering?
Sarmentine French Bakery/Cafe
(Near McDonald's)
52 Mission Circle, Suite # 112
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
(707) 623-9595
https://www.sarmentine.com/

When We Meet
Sunday June 1,, 2025
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
If your plans change after you sign up even if you're on the waitlist, please update your RSVP.
Do Not Attend if you are sick, running a fever, were exposed to or have tested positive for Covid-19 or Any other contagion!
Hike may be postponed or cancelled due to excessive heat, smoke/AQI, rain, illness or zombie apocalypse etc.. Check your email the night before for any possible changes.

Notice to New Hikers Only
After six years and approaching 300 guided hikes I'm adding a new rule for New Hikers Only Effective Immediately, 05/22/2025. In my experience New Hikers have a 90% chance of not showing up (No Show) to a hike they have rsvp'd to attend. The new rule is "When a New Hiker (never hiked with me before) doesn't show up (No Show) to their first hike with the group, they will be removed (not banned) from the group immediately." When a New Hiker does attend then the current No Show policy applies after that point.