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Classic Pantoll Loop: Explore Redwoods, a meadow with a population of 3 Stellar’s Jays, the wonderful TCC trail, and Cardiac Hill with amazing ocean views – Interpretive hike with docent Tom McKewan

Nov 19, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Tentative Route: Alpine Trail, TCC Trail, Dipsea, and Lower Old Mine

Distance: 3.5 miles / Moderate

Meet: Pantoll Parking Area

Departure: 9:00am

NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome!   Just show up!

CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates:  https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam

PARKING:  We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak).  Bring exact change!

WATER:  Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.

FOOD:  Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.

PROTECTION:  Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.

STURDY BOOTS:  Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.

COVID PRECAUTIONS:  Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.

HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP). 

 

Details

Date:
Nov 19, 2022
Time:
9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Venue

Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais