Category Archives: Napa County

Bay Area Ridge Trail: Pacific Union College

Posted on October 20, 2019 by trailhiker

Since I completed my official circumnavigation of the Bay Area Ridge Trail a few years ago, I have made an effort to hike newly-dedicated segments as soon as possible after they are open – preferably on the same day (see, … Continue reading →

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Moore Creek Park

Posted on December 28, 2013 by trailhiker

Moore Creek Park is a new regional park outside St Helena, in Napa Valley; it opened in June 2013 and is operated by the Napa County Regional Park and Open Space District.  The Bay Area Ridge Trail segment in the … Continue reading →

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Lower Oat Hill Mine Trail to Palisades Trail junction

Posted on November 11, 2013 by trailhiker

I took advantage of an opportunity to hike a new segment of the Bay Area Ridge Trail on the day it was dedicated.  The Lower Oat Hill Mine Trail is not a new trail, but the Ridge Trail designation is … Continue reading →

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Skyline Wilderness Park

Posted on April 7, 2011 by trailhiker

Since this segment is in the North Bay area, not far from I-80, I decided to hike it on my way home from Lake Tahoe.  It was also a perfect length to be a “short” long walk in my marathon … Continue reading →

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Yountville Cross Road

Posted on February 22, 2011 by trailhiker

This segment is in the North Bay area, starting at the north end of the town of Napa, so it turned out to be convenient to hike it on my way to a Lake Tahoe weekend.  The weather was spectacular, … Continue reading →

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