#1
Light and Easy
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1-1.5 hours treks to get you warmed up for lunch and special wines!
If you're looking for an easygoing adventure that gets your blood pumping a smidge, but not too much, these 2.5 - 4 mile adventures are right for you!
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For you step counters, these treks are between 4500 and 7500 steps. We will typically gain +/- 450 ft.
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Our beautiful valley offers numerous options from which to choose. Your guides will make the right choice based on weather, and feedback we'll gather from the group when we initially meet in the morning.
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Two of our favorites are right in the heart of Sonoma, offering unbelievable views of the Sonoma Valley, San Pablo Bay, and on a clear day, the San Francisco skyline!
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Another is nearby in Glen Ellen, a quaint village that was once home to the great author Jack London. This hike features lots of redwoods, vineyards, and historic features GrapeTimer's find interesting.
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A perfect length trek for casual adventurers!
#2
Brisk and Energizing
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2 hour trips that have a bit more elevation gain/loss to work up your appetite and thirst for what comes next!
So, you need more than a light hike? These adventures will cover longer distances, 4.5 - 6 miles, with more elevation gain, 600 - 900 ft. Typical step counts are in the 7000 - 10000 range.
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While working on your fitness, you can experience the wonder of Sonoma's redwood forest, trekking to one of the few remaining first-growth trees in the area. It's size, beauty, and uniqueness are striking!
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Other options include ascending through mixed forests scarred by the 2017 fires, giving you the opportunity to witness their rebirth while enjoying beautiful scenery along the way.
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Or ramble up to the ruins of an old homestead from the late 1800's that overlooks a beautiful meadow and what was once an orchard that fed the owner's family.
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These are our most popular hikes, requiring a modest level of fitness, but nothing crazy!
#3
Challenging and Epic
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3+ hour trips for those desiring a vigorous morning hike that they’ll feel the following day!
These are our trademark adventures, which absolutely require an athletic level of fitness!
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Although we're not climbing Everest, we will gain 1800 to 2100 ft. of elevation while covering 7 - 8+ miles. Step counts are in the 12000 - 15000 range. Believe me, your legs will know you've had a good day on the trail.
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All of our options in this category offer awesome views... some west over the Sonoma and Kenwood Valleys, and others east toward the Mayacamas mountains. These treks are routes Mike uses to train for his mountaineering exploits due to their steepness and unique terrain.
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You will experience the best of what Sonoma Valley offers on these adventures, including redwoods, creeks, deer, and views that you will never get from the inside of a limo!
