Corridor Ridge Loop Trail

Alex Alvarado

Corridor Ridge Loop Trail

10/23/23

My first trip to Sonoma Valley Regional Park occurred on a quiet, rainy Sunday. There were only a few other people out on the trails, which made for a great solitude walk before the start of a hectic week. I began the loop on Cougar Trail, opting to take the long route around. At the outset I saw a Red-tailed hawk hunting for its dinner about fifty feet away. Amazing! The trail was single track and well draining, with little to no mud even with the wet conditions. From Cougar trail I hooked up to Black Canyon and then to Valley of the Moon. All trails were well marked and I found orientation easy. The route cut back across the park on the Woodland Star trail, which wound up the hill and provided views of Sonoma Valley on both the north and south side. This last segment was my favorite part of the loop! The views and vegetation are delightful. In all the trip was 3.5 miles, great for an easy walk in the woods. I highly recommend.

4.0