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If you’ve never explored Indian Rock Path, Indian Rock Park, or the rock itself, you’re in for a treat—and a potential history lesson. The outcropping affords a stunning outlook and is an important location for the Huichin tribe of the Ohlone people, who gathered here for thousands of years to socialize and celebrate. |
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Kudos for Wilson Walk Improvements
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At BPWA, one of our principal efforts is to build and maintain Berkeley’s paths to keep them safe and accessible for everyone. So it’s always great to hear from local wanderers who notice our hard work! Last month we received a nice note from Margaret Kilby, who lives about two miles from Wilson Walk (located near the Lawrence Hall of Science). “For several years, Wilson Walk had uneven steps, tilted in many directions,” she said. “About six or nine months ago, I noticed that the steps were leveled out and much easier to climb. Very much improved!” Margaret first learned about BPWA when she visited our booth at the Solano Stroll several years ago. She began joining our monthly group hikes and, on our website, found cue sheets for Jacob Lehmann Duke and Aviva Gerwein's 40 hikes. Their “Whole Berkeley Walk Series: Part 1” was what first led Margaret to Wilson Walk. She’s since completed all of their hikes, as well as John Ford’s 10-mile, 40-path hike.
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“I now hike a lot, and use the paths regularly,” Margaret said. “They’re what make Berkeley so special. Not a week goes by that I’ve not used the paths on a hike.” If you have a special path experience, or have noticed our improvements on a path, we’d love to hear from you, too! |
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Note: Heavy rain cancels. If rain is in the forecast, check the www.berkeleypaths.org website the day before to see if the walk is cancelled.
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When: Wednesday, January 1, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Leaders: Glen Lindwall and John Ford Distance: 3-4 miles Start/end: Dorothy Bolte Park in Berkeley Accessibility: Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. Welcome the new year with a 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. We will all start together but will separate into a moderate-paced group and a group that will travel a more vigorous route that is somewhat longer with more up and down. Excess mud on the trail may require changes of route. Dorothy Bolte Park offers both its famous concrete slide and a picnic area where treats can be shared by those who wish to linger. Rain cancels. READ MORE |
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When: Saturday, January 4, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Leader: Tamara Gurin Distance and Duration of Walk: 3 miles, 1,000-foot elevation gain Start/End: Rose Garden
Accessibility: Dogs and children are welcome. A fast-paced and strenuous round-trip walk from the Rose Garden up to Grizzly Peak Blvd. Bring extra layers and water. Note that the stairways may be wet and slippery, so wear sturdy shoes. There are public restrooms at the Rose Garden/Codornices Park. Parking near the Rose Garden is limited to 2 hours but we should return well before 11 a.m. Rain cancels. |
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When: Saturday, February 8, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Leader: Bob Johnson
Distance: 2 miles with an elevation gain of 250 feet
Start/end: Northwest corner of Solano Avenue and The Alameda (at the bottom of Indian Rock Path)
Accessibility: On sidewalks and paved paths almost all the time but not accessible to wheelchairs due to stairways. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. This neighborhood of North Berkeley has it all—fine architecture, gardens, volcanic rock outcroppings, former homes of famous people and, of course, some nice paths. Although there will be some ups and downs, we’ll go at a moderate pace. READ MORE |
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Path Maintenance Work Parties
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Join us for a path maintenance work party!Friday, January 10, 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, January 26, 10 a.m. to noon Do you enjoy working with your hands and seeing tangible results of your efforts? Join us to clean up Berkeley’s paths, work that’s mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please also bring your own water, as we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive an email confirming the meeting place by writing to Mary Lynch at path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org. |
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Berkeley Path Wanderers Association
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Berkeley Path Wanderers Association is a community organization of people who treasure the public pathways that crisscross our city. LEARN MORE
The BPWA board generally meets monthly. Our next meeting is on Thursday, January 16 at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Guests are welcome! Please contact info@berkeleypaths.org for more information. We always welcome new volunteers to lead walks on Berkeley’s paths. If interested, please contact Walks Coordinator Tamara Gurin or Jen English at walks@berkeleypaths.org. To support Berkeley's paths, you can donate online. All donations are tax-deductible and go toward building new paths, repairing and clearing existing paths, purchasing handrails, and advocating for paths and walkers. |
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