Hikers in Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve / photo by Lanette Otvos

Spring Circumambulation

March 22, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monte Bello Preserve
Approximate Total Miles
7.75

Circle a mountain in honor of the vernal equinox, aka the beginning of spring, with Interpretive Specialist Katie Renz and Docent Naturalists Nancy Weintraub and Katie Wilson. You'll get to explore four different preserves in one long loop around Borel Hill on this moderately-paced hike in the spirit of ritual circumambulations undertaken in several cultures around the world. If you wish, bring a poem or short passage and a small object that represents spring for you to share with the group. You'll enjoy lunch at a scenic stop along the way.

Where to Meet

Meet at the Monte Bello Parking Area on Page Mill Road (across from Los Trancos Preserve), 7 miles west of I-280 or 1.5 miles east of Skyline Boulevard. Those traveling from I-280 on Page Mill Rd. should allow approximately 35 minutes travel time.

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