DIFFICULTY:
Moderate
(with a few challenging spots)
ELEVATION GAIN: 1,500 feet
HIKE DISTANCE: About a 7.5
mile Loop
GENERAL LOCATION: Napa
DESCRIPTION:
This
hike tours both high walls of Marie Creek
canyon, visits Marie Lake and the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain
(1,630’), and
then finishes out alongside Marie Creek. It is a very scenic hike
with the views changing constantly. You start out with a 40 min. climb
from 240' to 780' then after several ups and downs you reach the top at
1010'. There are spectacular views along the trail to the north up the
Napa valley and westward towards Sonoma. After 2 hrs. of hiking you
descend to the shore of Marie Lake for lunch. From Marie Lake the 2
hour trip back along the opposite side of the canyon is generally
rolling. Lots of wildflowers, Oaks, Manzanita and Laurel Trees.
Well worth the trip.
TRAVEL TIME / DISTANCE: 2 Hrs. / 90 Miles. Suggested contribution to driver is $ 12
HIKE LEADER/SWEEP: Steve
Valeriote / Jill Valeriote
SPECIAL
NOTES:
` FACILITIES
AVAILABLE: Restrooms at
park entrance
PREPARATION FOR HIKE:
Dress in layers for summer
temperatures. Wear
comfortable hiking shoes. Bring a
lunch and water.
RISKS:
Sunburn. Do not forget sun screen.
QUESTIONS: Call Steve or Jill
at 408-5506
MEETING TIME:
7:45 AM for 8:00 AM departure