KRUSE RANCH ROAD TO PLANTATION

Photo credit: Anita Green

Photo credit: Anita Green

Photo credit: Massomeh Roberts

Photo credit: Massomeh Roberts

Photo credit: Massomeh Roberts

Photo credit: Massomeh Roberts

Photo credit: Anita Green

Carpool at 10:30 at pullout for the Gualala business directory north of bridge, or at the Sea Ranch Lodge at 10:45. Shortly after entering Salt Point State Park, drivers from the north should prepare to turn left on Kruse Ranch Road and drive to the official parking area for Kruse Reserve. There are no fees or passes required. Hike will begin from the Kruse parking area at 11:00. We will hike up the gravel road all the way to Plantation and have our lunch there. The leaders may be able to arrange a tour. The ascent is gradual, but the gravel large and often sharp, so sturdy shoes are recommended. In the late nineteenth century, Plantation was an important destination for travelers from San Francisco on their way to Gualala. It had the only hotel available.  The views are spectacular. We will walk along several gushing creeks, and have views into deep forested canyons.
Leaders:  Dave and Diana Bower