Conn Peak at Lake Hennessey
Details
It's time for another trip to Lake Hennessey. We'll hike up to Conn Peak overlooking the lake. At the top there's a picnic table and a cool stone labyrinth. Moore Creek Park is 1,600 acres of rugged terrain including Oak woodlands, Douglas Fir & Madrone forest, grasslands, and chaparral. Wildlife in the park is plentiful, including large mammals such as black bears, mountain lions, bobcat, gray fox and coyote. Best for individuals with at least a moderate level of fitness.
Important information
If you've enjoyed hiking with this group, follow me as I move Go Wild Hikers to a new platform by the end of May called Heylo.com
It's people like you that have made this group so great!! Thank you all for being members of Go Wild Hikers and I appreciate the large number of Hikers who have already followed the group to Heylo. The Shiloh Hike on Sunday May 31 still has some room.
Upcoming events for Go Wild Hikers in June will include Hood Mtn, Taylor Mtn, Annadel and North Sonoma Mtn to Jack London.
[https://heylo.com/invite/PpURbZWX](http://clicks.meetup.com/ls/click?upn=u001.NY3oBFzZ5LJDG7YcnfSAKgvWkdmOX3k5-2FX9Cwzxfa6ZYDGAbpDzbtJiez6KtS8H-2Fj8h8_7Hv-2FAQY7Bu3bAT0Za4bdMLW62VLMEvpqfEu65buaFe3jfRDc2Z-2BHp0foWJEHuZY08OIw7Oh5uw1xKHAopA2A7su3as-2FRb8lCIiTUbJ8TgYcN7bst8Riw0iUAzARUPhR2A7H2m4uBK-2FtoxaVQOrYeDxpGygoO3CJp8A4ZOMRtWdl89ba8scWwhuP9GAC0z4Cqeiar9dguT3OxoFHBQ5lYclqUPNPLrOYLbmwgAoQCG6gd0MfRDgce5PKC7X-2Fe-2BAtfcJ65iiVCOF3c8xjt9kUPDuF2i5DJph2HIjpYgSc5Y68b-2FvbYJnf-2BugAgZrpaf4-2FAZTH7CUV1Vy7YxpcRfleHGUzyovaTRnjha29jbqUlXWFkk-2BTFCsfaetu4-2FLp8RX1EkXlszzHYJgjKC0Wj0L4g9-2BM-2FBrlew7aw9m6nTRse0ZnQqkOF-2FmXiyzA7UY7RLs5DXHegozj1Cn2gBVIqUcyF01GGur-2FpsbuaIxAEj-2FxkCPXl-2FDAXz4GZR2dqmJ2pEwYb7FwrkUj3K4MHU3Jv1T0uHrMgu2Gtcjy1oWuAj9a0P1fOZ6MgnlNfXzTB8vlnwzQATLAGEGaZ6tTOsjPnnXYQ6c6qZTlgf4L4J3HYa-2BjVkmLJjtyD3FlKBISyaxvg84yV4xubj7p97uQ1s4qepMweZdnzHrp77I8YLFrMx4hp83o-3D)
Click on the link above to join for free. It just takes a few clicks to create your profile.
Happy trails, this is not the end but the beginning of a different trail for Go Wild Hikers. Come and Hike with us. Zoli
Back to the current Hike.
Where We Meet/Important Directions
Moore Creek Park
2602 Chiles Pope Valley Rd, St Helena, CA 94574
Carpool if you can - This is a very Popular Park!
South on Hwy 128 past Calistoga - Left on Deer Park Rd (Sign Pacific Union College) - Right on Silverado Trail - Left on Sage Valley Rd/Hwy 128 - Past Lake Hennessey - Pay Attention - Left on Chiles Pope Valley Rd - Left into Moore Creek Park past a private house on a very narrow road there is a large parking lot.
Give yourself plenty of time to arrive. It's often farther than you think.
The Hike (Group Hike #344)
Chiles Creek, Whiskey Ridge, Conn Peak and Shoreline trails, - a lollipop hike
AllTrails Map -
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/lake-hennessey-e70981f
Distance - 6 miles/9.7 kilometers
Elevation change - 900 feet/274 meters
Difficulty - 6+ out of 10 - Moderate
Exposures - 30% sun/70 % shade - creek crossing, poison oak, ticks/insects.
Bring plenty of water. At least 68 oz./2 liters.
Dogs - Yes, friendly dogs on a leash are permitted at Lake Hennessey section (this hike). But they're prohibited in Moore Creek (different hike).
Facilities at trail head - Port O Potti
Cost - Suggested $5 cash donation. No one turned away!
Parking - Free - Napa Ag & Open Space welcomes donations.
Remember to wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring plenty of water for your dog too, 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 Gathering?
The Calistoga Creamery
1473 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga 94515
Come to the Calistoga Creamery to enjoy organic ice cream and organic frozen yogurt, thick custom milk shakes, root beer floats and sundaes. No high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors or flavors. No hydrogenated oils and no GMOS.
When We Meet
Saturday May 23, 2026
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Carpool if you can - This is a very Popular Park!
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.