Monday, September 1, 2014

60 Hikes in 60 Miles in 60 Weeks: Week Fifty-two
Monte Bello Open Space Preserve
Buckeyes on Bella Vista Trail

What it's like:
I get relaxed just visualizing this 6.5 mile loop. I love the majestic oaks, the shady canyon, the views from Black Mountain (see if you can spot the radar tower on Mount Umunhum), and everything else along the way.

Why now:
I totally discounted this hike in summer until I had a magnificent late August trek here. Yes, the exposed grassland is hot, but the woods are cool, the buckeyes colorful, and I saw a coyote.

If you can't make it this week:
Pretty but muddy in winter. I love Monte Bello in spring when I spot flowers throughout the grassland and woods.

Insider tip:
If 6.5 miles feels too far, divide and conquer. For mostly woods, make a loop out of White Oak and Canyon trails. To visit the grassy summit, choose Canyon, Indian Creek, Monte Bello Road, Old Ranch, and Bella Vista trails.

Monte Bello is hike number 45 in 60 Hikes in 60 Miles: San Francisco (third edition)Read about this hike on BAHiker.

Alternate choice:
Hike with the locals at Indian Tree Open Space Preserve in Novato. This 5.5 mile loop is mostly wooded and offers a cool refuge on a hot day. If you want to avoid the sunny grassland (the woods are prettier this time of year), string together Big Trees, Ship's Mast, Indian Tree Fire Road, Deer Camp, and Upper Meadow trails. Print out a map before you go, as there are none at the trailhead.

Post your comments and experiences here or on the BAHiker Facebook page.

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Monte Bello Open Space Preserve is a 2,600 acre public park that covers most of the southeastern portion of the Monte Bello Hills. The park is located just south of Livermore and east of Pacheco Pass, about 45 minutes from San Francisco and 20 minutes huffpost.com from San Jose. One-third of the Park surrounds the Monte Bello Reservoir watershed, which supplies drinking water to 2 million residents in both East Bay and South Bay regions.

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