In brief:
2.15 mile loop through old orchards and grassy hillsides outside of Napa.
Distance, category, and difficulty:
This 2.15 mile loop hike, like all hikes at Alston, is easy. Total
elevation change for this hike is about 220 feet. Trailhead elevation
is about 110 feet, and the park's highest point is about 290 feet.
Exposure:
Mostly exposed.
Trail traffic:
Moderate.
Trail surfaces:
Dirt trails and fire roads.
Hiking time:
1 1/2 hours.
Season:
Hot in summer; best in spring.
Getting there:
From CA 29 in Napa County (about 4.5 miles north of the 29/12 junction),
turn west onto Redwood Road (exit 19). Drive about 1 mile, then turn right
onto Dry Creek Road. Drive north about 0.5 mile, then turn left into the
park.
GPS coordinates* for trailhead:
Latitude 38°19'22.62"N
Longitude
122°19'57.36"W
(* based on Google
Earth data, shown as degrees, minutes, seconds)
Gas, food, and lodging:
Gas, pay phones, stores, and restaurants back near CA 29. No camping.
Trailhead details:
Parking in a paved lot, with a portable toilet and drinking water at the
trailhead. No entrance or parking fees. There's a simple map at an information
signboard, but there are no paper maps to take with you. There is no direct
public transportation to the park.
Rules:
Park is open from sunrise to sunset. Bicycles on paved trails only. Dogs are permitted on-leash
throughout the park, and off-leash in a large designated area.
The Official Story:
Napa Rec's Alston Park page
Park info 707-257-9529
Map Choices:
•Self-guided tour and map.
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