Senior Hikes 

 

The Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) are open to all adults and meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month.  The group will set out from the Danville Park-n-Ride (next to the Sycamore Valley 680 North exit) at 9:00 AM and return about 1:00 PM. Most hikes are not strenuous, but gradients are involved due to the local terrain.  Distances are usually in the 4- to 5-mile range, and the pace is moderate, with stops to view scenery, wildlife and to talk about location history when appropriate.  Trailheads are reached via carpools; passengers are asked to make a donation of 10 cents/mile to the driver. If you think that you are physically active and want to join us for the for the open air, great scenery, fascinating nature, and friendly companionship.  DASH will be held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. 

 Next Hike: May 23, 2012

Location: TBA  

 Danville Area Senior Hiking (DASH) hike on May 9 

Mount Diablo Mitchell Canyon  

Where are we meeting?  We are meeting at 8:45 am at the Sycamore Park and Ride northern most section. We'll arrange carpools from there. 

Leader: Tena Gallagher 925 878-5161 cell 

Trailhead: Mitchell End of paved part of Mitchell Canyon Road, north entrance to park, near the town of Clayton. Park in staging area (water and toilets) - parking fee. 

Trail Conditions: Wide fire road, hard packed dirt, may have a little mud 

Difficulty: Easy to moderate a few small hills 

Elevation: 1010-ft. 

Distance: 5.3 miles round trip 

Restrooms: yes at trailhead 

Bring: water, snack to eat at break at picnic bench, hiking boots, change of shoes, plastic bag to put muddy shoes in, layered clothes 

Park fees: $6.00 per car, $5.00 for seniors 

Directions to Trailhead: Go north on 680 toward Concord. Exit Ygnacio Valley Rd in Walnut Creek Right on Ygnacio Valley Rd. Right on Clayton Rd which becomes Marsh Creek Road. Right on Mitchell Canyon Road and follow to the end. 

Carpool Fees: $7.00