Spend a few hours with Docent Naturalist Nirvair Singh Bhinder in the company of the forest's true heroes—the redwoods. You’ll go on a moderately-paced hike making several stops on the Upper Pete Siemens Trail, including one where two old-growth giants still tower high above. You'll learn how these amazing trees support their namesake ecosystem in multiple ways. The route is a good climb (approximately 600 feet) but mainly stays beneath the canopy. Bring a snack. (Note: This is a very busy preserve; carpooling and early arrival are highly encouraged.)
Meet at the Alma Parking Area. From Highway 17 take the Bear Creek Road exit, opposite Lexington Reservoir. (From southbound Hwy. 17, exit the highway and go under an overpass; road will curve right to a stop sign at Bear Creek Rd., turn left. From northbound Hwy. 17 exit highway and cross the highway via the overpass on to Bear Creek Rd.) Travel 1.0 mile from Hwy. 17 on Bear Creek Rd., as road curves left there will be a pedestrian crosswalk, turn left into the parking lot immediately after the crosswalk.