N Sonoma Mountain to Jack London State Park

It's been over two years since I've offered this very beautiful route. A great opportunity to experience a spectacular thru hike from North Sonoma Mountain to Jack London State Park. This is part of the 375 mile Bay Area Ridge Trail.

Important Details
Please Read it All!
If you sign up you will start on the Waitlist!
To attend -
You Must have hiked with me in the past 6 months. (No New Hikers)
You Must have hiked at least a 6-8 miler with me in the past 6 months.
You Must Be Reliable and have zero "No Shows" in the past 12 months.
Do Not Just Show Up For This Hike!

Where We Meet/Important Directions
Jack London State Park
2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
After passing entrance/pay kiosk make a right to upper parking lot.
Give yourself plenty of time to arrive, pay park fee and use the toilet. It often takes longer than you think.

The Carpool Shuffle
We will meet at Jack London at 830am. Please be on time! We'll take 4 people each in 4 cars to N Sonoma Mtn to start the hike no later than 930am! After arriving back at Jack London we will need 1 or 2 cars to take 4 folks back to N Sonoma Mtn at 5297 Sonoma Mountain Road, to pick up their cars. I've done this a few times and it always works out.

The Hike
North Sonoma Mountain to Jack London State Park - Thru hike (one direction!)
Length - +/-8 miles/+/-12.9 kilometers
Elevation change - +/-1290 feet/+/-393 meters
Difficulty - 8 out of 10
Exposures - 70% shade/30 % sun - rocky, poison oak, ticks/insects.
Bring plenty of water. At least 68 oz./2 liters+.
Dogs - Are not allowed
Facilities at beginning of trail head - N Sonoma Mountain - Restrooms
Facilities at end of trail head - Jack London - Restrooms, shade and picnic tables.
Cost - $5 Cash
Parking - $10 State Park fee at Jack London or free with State Park Pass.
And $8 for the cars parking at N Sonoma Mountain Regional Park or free with Regional Park Pass. If you're going to be a driver to N Sonoma Mtn, don't pay at Jack London because that's not where you will be leaving your car.
Remember to wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, a hat, a snack/lunch and layered clothing.
Please refrain from using 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.

When We Meet
Saturday August 2, 2025
8:30 am to 2:30 pm
Please Be On Time! See THE CARPOOL SHUFFLE for more Details.
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, postponed or cancelled in case of excessive heat, rain, smoke/AQI, illness, zombie apocalypses etc... Check your email the
night before for any possible changes.