The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
Mill Valley has as many paths and stairways as Berkeley, possibly more. Alex, a lifelong resident of Mill Valley, will lead us on a sampling of the paths and a couple of fire roads.
Circa 1900, this scenic neighborhood boasted several imposing mansions with extensive grounds that belonged to some of the Bay Area’s wealthiest tycoons.
We will explore an area of North Berkeley developed from the late 1800s that became a favorite of many UC professors. In addition to talking about some famous people who lived here and a bit of architecture we will of course explore several paths, a couple of which may be lesser known.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
A fast-paced hike, partially on the stairways, partially on the trails in Tilden Park. We will take stairways to Grizzly Peak Boulevard then Selby Trail and Grizzly Peak Trail to the Grizzly Peak Vista Point on Grizzly Peak Blvd.
BPWA’s dedicated path builder for 19 years, Steve Glaeser, passed away in late January 2024. This walk features many of the most challenging paths Steve worked on, including Northgate Path and Lower Columbia Path.
Join us for a fun hike and sunset outing! Start at the Rose Garden, go through Codornices Park, staying close to the creek. We’ll head up several trails and stairs to Hill Rd, then back down with a sunset break on the way.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
The walk will include 3-4 paths but the focus will be on architecture, bits of history, street trees and gardens and the creek that runs through it. Thus we will be walking at a moderate pace and stopping to point out the various features.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
Fast-paced, strenuous walk will take us through multiple Berkeley stairways. We will climb steep stairways to the Grizzly Peak Boulevard and then down to Live Oak Park before returning to the Rose Garden.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available. To receive the location information, RSVP path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
Join us and visit 7 of Berkeley's wonderful rock parks by following the rock walk (walk 10) laid out in Berkeley Walks, a guidebook written by our board members Janet Byron and Bob Johnson.
Welcome the new year walk along the Berkeley/Kensington border including Ye Olde School Path with its views of Wildcat Canyon as well as paths of both Berkeley and Kensington.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
Bring a flashlight and your holiday spirit to explore North Berkeley on this 2+-mile, two-hour fun walk. Along the way, we’ll pass some houses that go all out decorating for the season. Expect some hilly streets and staircases, but we’ll go at a relaxed pace to enjoy the sights.
After walking through campus, we will take a couple of paths on Panoramic Hill and then take a well-built single track path that connects to the Jordan Trail (aka the Strawberry Canyon Fire Road). Great views if the weather cooperates.
Bring a flashlight and your holiday spirit to explore North Berkeley on this 2+-mile, two-hour fun walk. Along the way, we’ll pass some houses that go all out decorating for the season. Expect some hilly streets and staircases, but we’ll go at a relaxed pace to enjoy the sights.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
Starting at MLK Middle School, observe the murals there and then walk via the Northbrae neighborhood to the Ohlone Greenway. There see shrubs with their name tags and a large mural and a couple of smaller paintings/murals. Will do standing and sitting yoga at MLK Middle School both at the start and end of the walk.
Note: Event moved from Saturday November 18 to Sunday November 19 due to weather.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
This installment of Pooches on the Paths will meander through the North Berkeley Hills. Whether you have a four-footed friend or not, everyone is welcome on this convivial walk that will take us to four parks and numerous paths.
Berkeley Path Wanderers Association will host its annual meeting and a special movie night on November 2 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hillside Club. The short annual meeting will include the election of new officers and a brief “state of the paths” update. In honor of the organization’s 25 years of community service, Berkeley Community Media will present original videos on three topics: the Jeronimus Alley mural; the 25th anniversary celebration; and our history, featuring Jacque Ensign and several founding members.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
!!! CANCELLED due to Red Flag Warning for the East Bay hills !!! Read more
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
Calling all sharp-eyed bear lovers between the ages of four and eight: Come find bears — plus a few other critters — in the wilds of the UC campus.
Walk through the Berkeley Rose Garden neighborhood and descend the Tamalpais Steps from the top. Along the staircase Leslie Reed has written over 60 original poems onto what she calls the Tamalpais Running Fence.
Meet at Live Oak Park, after observing the redwood trees, we'll do a bit of yoga there. Then walk north on Oxford St. to Indian Rock Path and down to Arlington Ave. and north to Southhampton to John Hinkel Park.
The work is mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please bring your own water; we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive the location information by emailing path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org.
