West Briones Regional Park

Monday, May 9, 8 AM to 1 PM

Leader: Mike Marchiano, 925-372-6328

A visit to the west entrance of Briones Regional Park in the spring offers views of spring wildflowers and spring birds. Lazuli Buntings are usually present, often the first viewings of the year for most of us.

Bring water and snacks.

Rating: Category 2–moderate hiking

Elevation change: 200 feet

Leader: Mike Marchiano, 925-372-6328

Meet: Bear Creek Staging Area parking lot

Directions: From SR 24 in Orinda, drive north on Camino Pablo about 2.25 miles, turn right on Bear Creek Road, continue for 4.5 miles to park entrance. Drive to farthest parking lot on the right.

This field trip is limited to 20 participants. Register for this event HERE starting on 4/24. Participants must acknowledge the MDAS Liability Waiver (available during registration).

(Lazuli Bunting photo by Beth Branthaver)