Guided Vernal Pool Hike at Rancho Seco

Join Cosumnes River Preserve on a 4.5-mile walk along vernal pools at Rancho Seco Recreation Area. Docents will lead the way on a trail through vernal pools, which are part of a mitigation site for SMUD. Docents will be able to share the history of the property with you and also help in identifying the flora and fauna observed during the hike. Participants of this hike may also encounter a landscape blanketed with wildflowers. Wildlife can be spotted along the trail, in the sky and also in the vernal pools. This hike is a sight to see and is highly recommended. This walk will cover a fairly flat in elevation trail, which consists of a rocky uneven path, and the trail does not offer much cover and will leave participants out in the elements. Please come prepared with water, snacks, sunscreen, hat and layered clothing. The hike is open to all ages, but all participants should be in good enough physical ability to walk five miles. Hikers will meet at the Howard Ranch Trail Head at 8:30am and will depart promptly at 9:00am.