These Boots are Made for Hiking...

Start time is 8:00 am and we are typically done around 10:00 am. Please note that the walk is at a decent pace, about 4.8 miles in about 1hr and 30 minutes (A mile in 18 minutes or less) and make sure you can do that.

Starting at the end of the parking lot, we go on the paved trails eastward to coyote pond, around the pond and back the same trail. We usually take a small (10-15 minute) break by the pond. Elevation gain is about 141 feet (on the way to the pond).

Please note: We will meet at 11 & P at 6:50 and will depart by 7:00. Carpool will be arranged here unless you already have your own. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring layers as the coast is always known to have a different (cooler) weather than Sac. Please arrive on time. Also, lower temperatures beginning Saturday.

Via Kelham: 4.8 miles each way.
The fastest path to Kelham Beach is via the BVT starting at the trailhead. Hike 4 miles on BV turn right onto Coast Trail for .5 miles. Hike another .3 miles to Kelham Beach on the left.
The Kelham Beach marker is off the trail and not easy to spot. As you are nearing Kehlam trail, you will cross two bridges on the Coast Trail and the best landmark is a huge eucalyptus tree. Look for the path behind the trees with the beach trail marker in the distance.
The hike mostly flat with gradual elevation changes. Bear Valley is predominantly shaded and the Coast Trail is fully exposed. It is about two hour hike each way at the very least.

Expect cool, refreshing coastal weather—usually much chillier than Sacramento—so bring layers, including a windbreaker, sunscreen and water and wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring your own lunch and snacks, water and $$ for your driver. Please pay your driver the price of gas/gallon for every one hour of driving and include parking and toll if any. Please bring cash as not everyone uses electronic means.

I was informed that the stairs going to the beach collapsed. Yeah, it was unsafe the last time. But there are alternate routes.

Keep an open mind for lunch time as we will find the most inviting place to park and enjoy.

Parking & Meeting Location
Bear Valley Visitor Center / Bear Valley Trailhead
Point Reyes National Seashore
Please park in the large gravel parking lot on the east (left) side of the access road near the Bear Valley Trailhead. This is the parking area recommended by the National Park Service for hikers and visitors spending more than 30 minutes in the area. Parking is free.
The Bear Valley Visitor Center is nearby if you need maps, information, or a restroom before we head out.