Directions: Take Cold Springs Road (turn toward the mountains at the fire station on Sycamore Canyon Road – Rt. 192; it's between Ashley Road and Stoddard Lane), turn right on Mountain Drive, go 1/2 mile and park near the creek crossing. 

Description: Beautiful trail in lush canyon with creek, small pools, and alder trees. Chaparral vegetation at the higher elevation section of the trail. The 1.5 miles each way is a moderately easy hike, following the canyon. 

Helpful hints: Be sure to bring drinking water. Lots of poison oak.
Friends: Bring 'em all!
Cost: None, unless you join us for brunch on-your-own afterward.
Reservations: None -- Rain cancels ... (fat chance!)