Mead Vernal Pools

About
the hike

Hike through the historic and beautiful Mead Ranch in the hills northeast of Napa to see a rare treat: its vernal pools and wildflowers. With the addition of rain, the pools will come to life with the ephemeral wildflowers unique to vernal pools.

Trip Leaders: Leader: Chip Bouril & Julia Rock; Guide: Jake Ruygt

Date

May 25

Rating

Moderate

Miles

3

Elevation Gain

1k ft

Registration

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