Grandmother Redwood at Jack London
Details
We haven't done this route in a long time. We'll visit the enormous Grandmother Redwood tree. Hike past Fern Lake, Camp Via and the old orchard. The trails will take us through mixed forest, redwood groves, oak woodlands, and grassy meadows. Best for individuals with at least a moderate level of fitness.
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 enough time to arrive, use the restroom & pay park fee. It often takes longer than you think.
The Hike
Mountain, Quarry, Vineyard, Fern Lake, Red Hill Rd, Camp Via, Apricot Tree, Apple Tree, New Fallen Bridge, Old Fallen Bridge and Lake trails - A lollipop route.
Length - 6.4 miles/10.3 kilometers
Elevation change - 1100 feet/335 meters
Difficulty - 7 out of 10 - Moderately easy
Exposure - 30% sun / 70% shade - some steep rocky sections, ticks/insects and poison oak.
Bring plenty of water. At least 68 oz./2 liters.
Dogs - Not permitted.
Facilities at trail head - Shade, picnic tables and toilets.
Cost - $5 cash.
Parking - $10 State Park fee or free with State Park Pass.
Remember to wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, a hat, a snack/lunch and 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/
OR
Glen Ellen Village Market
13751 Arnold Dr. Glen Ellen, CA 95442
(707) 996-6728
https://glenellenvillagemarket.org/
When We Meet
Sunday November 2, 2025
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Daylight Savings Time Begins - Clocks Back One Hour.
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 over 300 guided hikes I'm adding a new rule for New Hikers Only Effective Immediately. 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.