The WILD Trail Challenge 2024
WHEN:
Every Saturday (September 7th - October 12th, 2024)
Sign up for individual hikes or sign up for all five at once!
Final hike postponed due to heat
New Date - October 12 (9:00 am – 2:00 pm)
WHERE:
Jack London State Historic Park
2400 London Ranch Road
Glen Ellen, CA 95442
Meet in the ranch parking lot
*Hike #3 (September 21st) will have an off-site start location. See individual hike details below.
Looking for a fun way to wrap up your summer and kickstart fall? Join us for the WILD Trail Challenge! Over the course of five hikes and five Saturdays, you’ll explore every trail in beautiful Jack London State Historic Park. Hikes will be guided by the knowledgeable staff and volunteers of Jack London Park Partners. These hikes will highlight the history and natural beauty of the park while offering participants a great fitness challenge. Each hike will increase in duration, difficulty, or just for fun…a little bit of both!
Participants are welcome to sign up for individual hikes, but if you’re feeling bold, sign up for ALL five at once before September 7th and you’ll save 20%. Complete all five hikes and become a true WILD One.
Participants are asked to wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water for every hike. Participants will also receive an event reminder email 48 hours before the hike with updates about current trail conditions and hiking gear recommendations.
*Please note that dogs will not be permitted on any of the five hikes. We’ll be traveling through the park’s backcountry trails and protected wildlife habitat. Thank you for helping us keep wildlife safe.
Below you’ll find pricing options and brief descriptions of each hike. We look forward to seeing you on the trails!
Pricing Options
Sign up for individual hikes - $15.00 per hike
Sign up for all five hikes at once and before Sept. 7 - $60.00 (You save 20%!)
*Parking fees are not included ($10.00/day per vehicle).
Hike # 1 – Historic Trails
September 7 (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)
Start Location: Jack London State Historic Park
2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
*Meet in the Ranch parking lot (make a right after the kiosk)
A great way to warm up! This hike will have you exploring the historic sites and trails of the park. Navigate both sides of the park to discover Jack London’s Beauty Ranch, London Lake, and the Wolf House ruins. Easy - moderate hike (approximately 4.4 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 2 – Ancient Redwood
September 14 (9:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Start Location: Jack London State Historic Park
2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
*Meet in the Ranch parking lot (make a right after the kiosk)
Details: Meander through the redwoods and sunny oak woodlands of the park’s three Bridge Trails (Upper, Lower, and Fallen). Your journey will take you to the majestic ancient redwood, fondly known as the Grandmother Tree.
Moderate hike (approximately 5.7 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 3 - Historic Orchard
September 21 (9:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Start Location: Off-site
Sonoma Developmental Center
15000 Arnold Dr, Eldridge, CA 95431
Main campus parking loop at Arnold Dr. and Harney St.
Details: Stroll along the blue shores of Fern Lake before reaching the Historic Orchard. Here you’ll learn all about the history of the land and the fascinating fruit-bearing crops that still call it home. Moderate – Difficult hike (approximately 6 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 4 - Ridge
When: September 28 (9:00 am – 3:00 pm)
Start Location: Jack London State Historic Park
2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
*Meet in the Ranch parking lot (make a right after the kiosk)
Details: This hike will have you gain elevation and an appreciation for the diverse habitats found within the park. You’ll also traverse part of the ever-growing Bay Area Ridge Trail. Moderate – Difficult hike (approximately 11 miles roundtrip)
Hike # 5 - Summit
Final hike postponed due to heat
New Date - October 12 (9:00 am – 2:00 pm)
Start Location: Jack London State Historic Park
2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
*Meet in the Ranch parking lot (make a right after the kiosk)
Details: What better way to complete the hiking series than a trek to the park summit?! Climb Sonoma Mountain to enjoy stunning views, celebrate with your fellow hikers, and become a WILD One. Difficult hike (approximately 9.6 miles roundtrip)
If you have any questions about the WILD Trail Challenge, please contact Ciara Pegg at [email protected] or (707) 938-5216 Ext 5.
The WILD Trail Challenge 2024
Price range: $15.00 through $60.00
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