KRUSE RHODODENDRON STATE RESERVE

All photos by Bob Rutemoeller

Carpool at 9:45 at pullout for Gualala business directory north of bridge, or at The Sea Ranch Lodge at 10:00. Shortly after entering Salt Point State Park, drivers from the north should prepare to turn left on Kruse Ranch Road, just before Fisk Mill Cove. There is just a short drive to the official parking area. No fees and no passes required. Hike will begin from the Kruse parking area at 10:15. We will hike the short Rhododendron trail connecting with the Phillips Gulch Trail and return on the Chinese Gulch Trail. This is only a 2.5 mile hike. The first part is mostly up and the second part is mostly down.  We will cross eight bridges. This is a spectacular area with rhododendrons and orchids in bloom in the spring. Lunch at the end near the cars. Dogs are not allowed on the Kruse trails.
Leader: Gary Beall