ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
What to Wear:
Clothing choices will depend on the weather so please check the weather forecast before you start each stage. Generally on Stage 1,mornings are cool and afternoons can be warmer. In the winter, rain coats and hats may be needed. Layers will be important. Hiking boots and poles are not generally needed. A good hat and sunglasses are a must.
What to Bring
Bring a daypack, water, snacks, lunch, blister kit, first aid kit, extra socks…
Features along the Way
Sonoma Mission, Bear Flag Revolt, Sonoma Developmental Center, Woodland Start Charter School, Kenwood Village Market Center.
START
7:50 am
Sonoma Square - Near the Bear Flag Revolt Statue
Opening Circle begins at 8:00 am.
FINISH
3:30 pm
Kenwood Village Market
Approximate distance 12 miles over rolling hills with a 600 ft. elevation gain/loss. Most walking is on pavement with about 1 mile walked along Highway 12.
CARPOOLING
7:15 am
Kenwood Village Market
Guides will be here to assist pilgrims in finding rides back to the Stage 1 start in Sonoma Plaza. Parking for carpooling at the far end of Kenwood Village Market parking lot.
PARKING
Long Term Parking lot behind the Barracks
Parking Lot entrance is on 1 St. East between the Mission and the Barracks. Look for Public Parking lot signs on the left.
LUNCH STOP
Glen Ellen Market
Full market with a Great Deli. You can buy lunch, snacks and refill water here.
BATHROOM STOPS
Hwy 12 Businesses, Glen Ellen Market, Woodland Star School, Kenwood Village Market
Full feature bathrooms are available at each stop.