Why “wildcard”? Because you and other participants will help chose the route together depending on the weather, trail conditions, and how you feel. Here's one possibility: Will the creek have water? How far across the bay can you see from various views? Enjoy the trails with Docent Naturalists Nancy Weintraub, Helena Cohen, and Lindsay Joye. This moderately-paced, exercise-focused "choose your own adventure" hike may traverse a creek, oak woodlands, and chaparral habitats. Highlights may include Wildcat Canyon Creek, scenic views, and hill climbs. Bring a snack. This hike is for individuals comfortable climbing up to 1,000 feet at 2.5 miles per hour.
Meet near the restroom at the bottom of the hill in the preserve parking lot farthest to the right. From I-280, take Foothill Boulevard south and turn right almost immediately onto Cristo Rey Drive. Continue about 1 mile, veer right around the traffic circle, and turn left into the park. After entering the preserve, turn right and drive approximately 0.3 miles to Lot 6.