Park Rx—Beginner Hiking for Fitness

The Hiking for Fitness Series is back for summer! Join us on this fitness program, where the leaders will guide you on a series of 8 weekly hikes with the challenge increasing each week. Before the first hike, the leader will discuss proper shoes, hydration, incorporating hiking poles, proper pacing, etc. The group's final hike aims for the long route up Brushy Peaks Trail, where hikers can enjoy the beautiful vistas.

The following is a list of possible routes selected for this hiking series:

1) Sat 8/2 - White Barn to Uranus, 2.1 miles, 180 ft elev [meet @ white barn]

2) Sat 8/9 - Meadow- Hillside loop, 3 miles, 490 ft elev [meet @ white barn]

3) Sat 8/16 - Lake Ralphine & Spring Lake loop, 4.3 miles, 420 ft elev [meet @ Howarth Park's Boathouse]

4) Sat 8/23- Jack London State Historic Park, May’s Clearing, 3.5 miles, 820 ft elev [meet @ upper parking lot, 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA 95442]

5) Sat 8/30 - Vista Trail loop, 3.5 miles, 830 ft elev [meet @ white barn]

6) Sat 9/6 – Stern + Waterfall loop, 2.7 miles, 750 ft elev [meet @ main lot]

7) Sat 9/13 – Sonoma Valley Regional Park & Lake Suttonfield loop, 4.3, miles, 770 ft elev [meet at Valley of the Moon Trailhead on Arnold Dr.]

8) Sat 9/20 – Hillside to Neptune picnic table, 4.4 miles, 970 ft elev [meet @ white barn]

Please note these routes or dates are subject to change depending on logistics such as excessive heat warnings. Wear appropriate footwear for rocky/slippery trails and layers. Bring at least a quart (32oz) of water, and if desired, a snack. The group will be limited to 35 participants.

The hiking series costs $80 (plus a $10 parking fee per visit. Note that the Sugarloaf Annual Pass is $59 and valid at Sugarloaf and Jack London SHP), or free-of-cost for participants with a June 2025 or newer Park Rx from a Sonoma County Medical Provider. Visit https://sugarloafpark.org/acti... for information on our Park Rx program and to download the form. The number of available Park Rx tickets is limited; please have your Rx ready at the time of sign up.