Views and more views! Starting from the parking lot at the top of the road, we’ll look for breezes and hike to Castle Rock, Brownsville Rock, the Observation Tower, the hang glider platform, West Peak, and back to the start. Diverse forestation, geology, and habitats. Special places with great views in every direction, with a chance to see the launch and soaring of a hang glider. We’ll talk about each trail that comes up to the summit, as possibilities for your future big adventure. 2+ miles. Moderate difficulty. Meet at the top parking lot at 9:30 am. FREE entrance to the park.
The Futures Trail to Bare Rock Vista
A short climb through history and beautiful mountain habitats to a terrific view. The only place on the mountain with a clear view to the south. Moderate difficulty. 2 mile round trip. Meet at the trailhead beside Campsite #22 at 9:30 am. FREE entrance to the park.
In this game you have to adapt to survive as a pine tree. Can you withstand extreme weather and expand your colony? Meet at Nature Center. All ages: all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Who left this footprint? Whose skull is this? Can you guess the animal for a prize? Meet in front of the Nature Center. All ages.
Kayak or Canoe on the water until sunset and explore the lake. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Boat rentals free as part of the program!
Some plants have evolve fascinating strategies to protect against predators. Take a tour of the plants which use toxic chemicals to survive. Meet at Nature Center. Ages 10+
Search for snapping turtles near the beach. Explore how these fascinating creatures have survived for 90 million years. Meet at Nature Center. All ages: all children must be accompanied by an adult.
