Red hill, Kortum trail 7 to 10 miles

The hike will start at Shell beach where we can cross highway one and then go to Redhill and enjoy views of the Russian River. We will be back to our cars after 5.5 miles of hiking but then we can enjoy the scenic Kortum trail heading towards Goats rock and blind beach.

Petaluma Carpool call 707-584-1129

You can choose a shorter hike about 5 miles or enjoy a longer hike

Driving directions: from Marin County or Petaluma take Bodega Hwy to Highway 1 and go north from the town of Bodega Bay and go about 5 miles north on Hwy 1 to Shell beach in the Sonoma Coast area.

From Santa Rosa or north, take River Road to hwy 116 out to the coast and go south on hwy 1 about 2 miles.

The park is north of Wright's beach and South of Goat's rock.

Parking is free.

Kortum trail is very scenic, and you can see the Sun set rocks where Spirit of Adventure as climbing events.

There's a bathroom at Shell Beach but no running water. Please bring water and a lunch or snack.

Driving directions from River Road or Hwy 116:

Drive past Guerneville and continue on Highway 116 to Highway 1. Turn left toward Bodega Bay, cross the Russian River Bridge, continue 1.6 miles south to the Shell Beach parking lot on your right.

Ticks are in the woods! Long pants, long sleeve shirts, hats and repellent are recommended.

Guests are allowed if you feel they can handle the distance of 11 miles.

By signing up for this hike, you agree to the following:

I recognize that there are risks associated with participating in group hikes. I assume full responsibility for personal injury to myself and family members. I agree to indemnify and release from liability the leaders of this group against all claims, causes of action, damages, judgments, costs or expenses, including attorney fees which may arise.

Hope to see you there!