All hikes begin at the Daley Ranch entrance on La Honda Drive unless otherwise noted. Hike location directions given below. Bring water, sun hat, sunscreen, and proper hiking boots or treaded footwear. All trails include steep and/or slippery sections. Please do not leave valuables in your car. Steady rain cancels the hike.
PLEASE NOTE: Drinking water is no longer available at Daley Ranch, so be sure to carry a sufficient supply.
Don Parnell's 50-Mile Progressive Hike
Day 1
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Tuesday, May 22, 4:30 p.m., "Afternoon Fitness Hike"
Naturalist Rita Ospelt will lead this 8.8 mile hike, will cover the eastern part and the center of Daley Ranch. We will be hiking along the Creek Crossing, East Ridge, and Sage Trails and cover all of the Jack Creek Meadow Loop. Our hike will also include two of the single track trails, Coyote Run, and the Diamondback trails. We will be hiking at a brisk pace and there are some steep uphill and downhill sections. This hike is not suited for children.
Friday, May 25, 7:00 a.m., "Discover Daley Ranch"
Meet Naturalist Bill Sherrard for a moderately paced hike on the trails of Daley Ranch. The planned hike is 7 miles in length and will last for approximately 3 hours. The hike will be extended if requested by hike participants. We recommend you bring a minimum of two liters of water and wear layered clothing as it will be cool in the mornings and warmer as the hike continues.
Saturday, May 26, 7:00 a.m., "Perimeter Walk"
Naturalist William Sherrard will lead a moderately paced hike on the trails around the perimeter of Daley Ranch. The hike is approximately 14 miles in length and will last for approximately 6 hours. Bring plenty of water and snacks.
Monday, May 28, 10:00 a.m., "Just For Kids Memorial Day Hike"
Got kids? Then come join the fun! Naturalist DJ Summers will lead an easy, one-hour hike for parents (grandparents, caretakers, etc.) and their children on the Creek Crossing/Chaparral Nature/Sage Trails. A craft session in a beautiful picnic area will follow the hike (bring a snack if you want). Treats will be rewarded to good listeners. Meet at the La Honda Drive parking lot. The hike and craft should end by 12:00 p.m.
Friday, June 1, 7:00 a.m., “Discover Daley Ranch”
Meet Naturalist Bill Sherrard for a moderately paced hike on the trails of Daley Ranch. The planned hike is 7 miles in length and will last for approximately 3 hours. The hike will be extended if requested by hike participants. We recommend you bring a minimum of two liters of water and wear layered clothing as it will be cool in the mornings and warmer as the hike continues.
Saturday, June 2, 7:30 a.m., “Early Morning Fitness Hike”
This 10.5 mile hike, led by Naturalist Rita Ospelt, will take us to the north end as well as the east side of Daley Ranch. We will use all but one of the single track trails: Bobcat, Burnt Mountain, Diamond Back, and Coyote Run trails. There are some steep up-hill and down-hill sections, and we will hike at a brisk pace. This hike is not suited for children.
Friday, June 8, 7:00 a.m., “Discover Daley Ranch”
Meet Naturalist Bill Sherrard for a moderately paced hike on the trails of Daley Ranch. The planned hike is 7 miles in length and will last for approximately 3 hours. The hike will be extended if requested by hike participants. We recommend you bring a minimum of two liters of water and wear layered clothing as it will be cool in the mornings and warmer as the hike continues.
Saturday, June 9, 8:00 a.m., “Trail Maintenance”
Volunteers are invited to join a Ranger for our monthly Daley Ranch trail maintenance. This is a great way to get your daily exercise and help out the Ranch. Meet at the Daley Ranch parking lot on La Honda Drive. Be sure to wear a long-sleeved shirt and closed-toe shoes.
Saturday, June 16, 7:30 a.m., “Early Morning Fitness Hike”
Why hike on level terrain when there are steep hills to go up and down? Join Naturalist Rita Ospelt and test your endurance and stamina on this 11.7 mile hike. Some of the trails we will tackle are on East Ridge, Stanley Peak, and Boulder Loop trails. We will be hiking at a brisk pace. This hike is not suited for children.
Sunday, June 17, 8:30 a.m., “Breeding Birds of Lake Wohlford”
Join Naturalist Sally Sanderson at Lake Wohlford for an easy hike to find the breeding birds around the shore of the lake. Meet at the Oakvale parking lot near the Oakvale Campground (14900 Oakvale Road). Rain does not cancel. MEET AT THE LAKE WOHLFORD TRAILHEAD. Lake Wohlford Trailhead—From Interstate 15, take the Valley Parkway exit in Escondido and go northeast about 5.5 miles. Turn right on Lake Wohlford Road and go .7 miles to Oakvale Road. Turn slightly right onto Oakvale and go about one mile to the Oakvale parking lot on the left side of the road. If you come to a building, you have gone too far.
Sunday, June 17, 9:00 a.m., “Daley Ranch Scenery”
A diverse plant population and expansive views are waiting to be enjoyed on Naturalist Rick Paul’s occasionally strenuous 4-mile hike, leaving from Cougar Pass. Be sure to ask Rick about the Daley Ranch keepsake! MEET AT THE COUGAR PASS PARKING LOT. Cougar Pass Trailhead—From Interstate 15, take the El Norte Parkway exit in Escondido east about a half mile to Broadway. Take Broadway north four miles to Cougar Pass (dirt road), turn right, and drive about one mile. Park in the asphalt lot on left.
Wednesday, June 20, 10:00 a.m., “Just For Kids Summer Hike”
Got kids? Then come join the fun! Naturalist DJ Summers will lead an easy, one-hour hike for parents (grandparents, caretakers, etc.) and their children on the Creek Crossing/Chaparral Nature/Sage Trails. A craft session in a beautiful picnic area will follow the hike (bring a snack if you want). Treats will be rewarded to good listeners. Meet at the La Honda Drive parking lot. The hike and craft should end by 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 21, 6:00 p.m., “Evening Workout”
Naturalist Dave Holmes will lead a slow-but-steady workout hike covering Boulder Loop, Rock Ridge, Cougar Ridge, Crest, Ranch House Road, Sage, Stanley Peak, East Ridge, and Creek Crossing trails. This 8.5 mile hike will take about 2½ hours. Bring water, snacks, flashlight, and jacket. This hike is not suitable for children.
Thursday, June 28, 6:00 p.m., “Evening Workout”
Naturalist Dave Holmes will lead a slow-but-steady workout hike covering Boulder Loop, Rock Ridge, Cougar Ridge, Crest, Ranch House Road, Sage, Stanley Peak, East Ridge, and Creek Crossing trails. This 8.5 mile hike will take about 2½ hours. Bring water, snacks, flashlight, and jacket. This hike is not suitable for children.
Directions to Hike Locations:
La Honda Trailhead—From Interstate 15, take the El Norte Parkway exit in Escondido. Go east four miles to La Honda Drive, turn left, drive one mile to Daley Ranch entrance and park in dirt lot on left.
Cougar Pass Trailhead—From Interstate 15, take the El Norte Parkway exit in Escondido east about a half mile to Broadway. Take Broadway north four miles to Cougar Pass (dirt road), turn right, and drive one mile. Park in the asphalt lot on left.
Caballo Trailhead—From Interstate 15, take the Valley Parkway exit in Escondido and go northeast about 5 miles.Turn left at Bevin into the Eureka Springs development. Follow the road toward the filtration plant entrance and turn right at the Escondido Humane Society sign (Volunteer Lane). Park in the dirt parking lot.
Lake Wohlford Trailhead—From Interstate 15, take the Valley Parkway exit in Escondido and go northeast about 5.5 miles. Turn right on Lake Wohlford Road and go .7 miles to Oakvale Road. Turn slightly right onto Oakvale and go about one mile to the Oakvale Parking lot on the left side of the road.