Sonoma Valley Hike With Dogs

Morning hike at Sonoma Valley Regional Park/Sonoma Developmental Center. The trails we'll hike will pass through the park's northern boundary and offers views of Sonoma Valley and the Mayacamas Range. The property is an important piece of the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor, a collection of protected lands allowing animals safe crossing on the valley floor.

Where We Meet/Important Directions
Sonoma Valley Regional Park
13630 Highway 12, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
Going East on Hwy 12 towards Sonoma. Pay Attention! The park is on the right a quick quarter of a mile past the Arnold Drive traffic light.
Give yourself plenty of time to arrive. It's often farther than you think.

The Hike
East Sutton Lake, Valley of the Moon, Black Canyon Creek and Cougar trails - A loop hike
Length - 3.25 miles/5.23 kilometers
Elevation change - 360 feet/110 meters
Difficulty - 5 out of 10 - mostly easy
Exposures - 75 % sun/25% shade - rocky, poison oak, ticks and insects.
Bring plenty of water. At least 34 oz./1 liter.
Dogs - Yes, well behaved dogs on a leash are welcome.
Facilities at trail head - Dog Park, Water, picnic tables and restrooms.
Cost - $5 cash.
Parking - $7 per vehicle or free with Regional Park pass.
Remember to wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring plenty of water for your dog too, a hat, snacks & layered clothing.
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 Coffee/Food
Les Pascals (French bakery)
13758 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
(707) 934-8378
https://www.lespascalspatisserie.com/

When We Meet
Saturday June 21, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 am
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 changed, rescheduled or cancelled in case of excessive heat, rain, smoke/AQI, illness, 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.