The hubs and I had set out for a little adventure at Annadel State Park with just a map of the 5,200 acre park and intentions on an approximate 8 mile hike. Oh goodness can you get turned around in this park! We started off in the official parking lot (paid the $7 fee and saved […]
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Humbled at the summit – Mt St Helena
“Arriving at one goal is the starting point to another” – John Dewey When the hubs and I first started hiking in wine country we had our eyes set on hiking to the top of Mt St Helena. It’s our tallest peak in the area at 4,341 ft and towers over the gorgeous Napa Valley. […]
Barnabe (the mule) Peak
We are always looking for a great hike with views but when we find one with a little history it’s even better! Samuel P Taylor State Park in Marin, CA does a great job of maintaining the outdoorsy feel of the trails but also incorporates just enough historical info about the area to keep you […]
Annadel State Park – Lawndale Trail
Sometimes the trails we are on are just as gorgeous as the vistas we are rewarded with at the top. The Lawndale Trail on the east side of Annadel was definitely one we will do again! Getting there you travel down Highway 12 through Kenwood and down Lawndale Road which we found is a road we found […]