Wildflower Guided Hike - Rana Creek Preserve

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:30 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Rana Creek Preserve | Carmel Valley, CA

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Join us for a guided hike amongst the wildflowers at Rana Creek Preserve
About this Event

Join us for a walk amongst the wildflowers!


Immerse yourself in the beauty of winter at Rana Creek Preserve in winter and hike with us along the Wildflower Meadow loop trail.

Reservations required

This is a moderately strenuous hike with some climbing through the eastern foothills of the Rana Creek Preserve. The hike is about 4 miles and each participant should have be self sufficient and reasonably fit for this activity. Proper footwear and walking sticks are recommended along with layered clothing.

  • Meet at the West Gate between 8:45-9:15AM. NO LATE ARRIVALS AFTER 9:15AM!
  • Driving directions linked here.
  • Event is from 9:30AM-12:30PM
  • Difficulty rating: Moderate-Strenuous
  • Recommended for ages 10 and up
  • Backcountry - no bathrooms available on the trail. Bathrooms will be available at the conference center when the hike starts and ends.
  • Wear personal protective equipment like closed-toed shoes, long pants, and sun protection.
  • Bring water, snacks, lunch, and anything else you think you may need on the trail.
  • If you have any questions and want to ask them before registering, please email ranacreekpreserve@wildlandsconservancy.org.


SUPPORT OUR MISSION

This event is free, but please consider a donation to support The Wildlands Conservancy's mission! Donations can be made . All donations go directly to The Wildlands Conservancy and help support free public access, youth education, interpretative programs, and habitat restoration projects! You can select where you would like your donation to be allocated in the drop-down menu.


ABOUT US

TWC is a private, non-profit organization that operates more than 25 preserves along the west coast. Our mission is "To preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the earth and to provide programs so that children may know the wonder and joy of nature." To learn about the Conservancy's guiding principles, ways to get involved, upcoming events at various preserves, and inspire others to protect nature's beauty, visit our website at wildlandsconservancy.org.



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Rana Creek Preserve, Rana Creek, Carmel Valley, United States

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