Join us for a rare midweek evening adventure into the wild landscape of Jack London State Historic Park as we hike to the park summit under the rising Buck Moon.
July’s Buck Moon arrives at the height of summer, named for the time when deer are growing new antlers in velvet, a sign of seasonal strength. At Jack London State Historic Park, it also echoes The Call of the Wild, where Buck is the central character—a resilient dog shaped by instinct and endurance. Together, these meanings connect the moon above us with the landscape around us.
We’ll hike in the late afternoon light, reach the summit as the sun sets, and watch the Buck Moon rise. The return hike will be under moonlight—an entirely different way to experience the trail, where the park feels just a little wilder.
This is a strenuous 8+ mile roundtrip hike. Participants should be prepared for a steady pace, limited stops on the ascent, and hiking in the dark on the return.
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Place: Jack London State Historic Park, 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA
Meet in the ranch parking lot on the right as you enter the park.
Admission: $15
The park entrance fee is waived for this event.
What to Bring:
Please bring plenty of water and a snack or bagged meal to enjoy at the summit. Dress in weather-appropriate layers and wear sturdy hiking shoes. A headlamp or flashlight is required for the return hike after dark, and hiking poles are strongly recommended.
If you do not have a headlamp or trekking poles, park staff will have a limited number available for checkout on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note that pet dogs (non-service animals) are not permitted on backcountry trails in order to protect wildlife. For more information about dogs at Jack London State Historic Park, please visit https://jacklondonpark.com/policies/.
Price: $15.00