Re-scheduled Richardson Trail to Lake Ilsanjo

Re-scheduled Annadel hike. We'll hike up Richardson trail to Lake Ilsanjo. Go around the lake, take a break at the gazebo and return on Steve's S trail. Most appropriate for individuals with at least a moderate level of fitness.

Where We Meet/Important Directions
Trione - Annadel State Park - Montgomery Drive to Channel Drive to the Very (Dead) End! Way past the pay kiosk! There is a Large Parking Lot and the Warren Richardson Trail head. Much Farther than you think....Keep going until you see us.

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/

Hike 329
Richardson, Lakeside and Steve's S trails - Lollipop route
Distance - 5.2 miles/8.4 kilometers
Elevation change - 830 feet/253 meters
Difficulty - 6 out of 10 - Easy/moderate
Exposures - 70% shade/30 % sun - rocky, muddy, poison oak, mud, ticks/insects & mud. It's winter and almost every trail has Mud.
Bring plenty of water. At least 34 oz./1 liter.
Dogs - Are not allowed
Facilities at trail head - Shade, picnic tables and toilet.
Cost - $5 cash donation.
Parking - $7 State Parks fee
Remember to wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring plenty of water, a hat, a snack 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.

When We Meet
Saturday January 17, 2026
930 am - 1230 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 changed, 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
"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."