Join Greenbelt Alliance for a bracing hike to Bass Lake in the Point Reyes National Seashore.
Our saunter takes us past picturesque coastal bluffs and four delightful ponds. We'll talk about some of the traditional uses and folklore associated with coastal scrub plants we pass along the trail and even encounter our state lichen, Ramalina menziesii, a.k.a. lace lichen. (And yes, California is the only state in the union with an official lichen!) We'll enjoy lunch at bucolic Bass Lake under the shade of Bishop pine trees and Douglas fir—a great way to kick off the summer season.
TOTAL DISTANCE
This is a moderate hike of 5-1/2 miles round-trip with 320 feet in elevation change.
LEADER
Debbie Klein.
COST
Free; RSVP required.
WHERE TO MEET
We'll assemble at the Palomarin trailhead in Bolinas.
NOTES
Bring water and lunch. Dress in layers and wear good hiking shoes. Bring hiking poles if you normally use them. (Debbie plans to swim in Bass Lake during our lunch break. If you are similarly inclined, bring a swimsuit.) If you have questions about this outing, email Ken Lavin at klavin@greenbelt.org.
Bass Lake photo: Jason Barnes via Flickr Commons
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Highlights
- 4 hours 30 minutes
- In person
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Location
Palomarin Trailhead
Palomarin Trailhead
Bolinas, CA 94924
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