Tuesdays/Thursdays: ​February 23-April 14 Time:​ 12:10pm to 12:50pm (Lunchtime) Location:​ SHS Wildcat Ranch, Corner of Tuolumne and Wards Ferry Roads Walking has numerous health benefits. It is also one of the easiest ways to move more and be more active. All you need is a pair of walking shoes and a place to walk. The Sonora High School Wildcat Ranch has several new wide trails that are senior, stroller and walker-friendly. Join us and discover how easy it is to add walking as part of your daily routine and experience the benefits of getting outside. PDF Flyer
More Information: Pacific Crest Trail Association Pacific Crest Trail Forest Service
Pinecrest Peak Loop Trail Though it is well maintained and frequently used by hikers and bikers, at first glance, the Peak Trail has a convoluted feel to it. There are actually three trails that veer off of the Pinecrest Peak Trail and because of this, some of the path is narrow dirt, some of it is a network of old logging roads and certain parts are even faint-use trails. Once familiar with the layout, the biker quickly realizes that each variation hosts a distinctly different set of challenges that can all be easily approached from one convenient parking area. Information on trails in this area can be found at the U.S Forest Service Station at the corner of Highway 108 and Pinecrest L
Little Oasis Trail The "Little Oasis Park" was created in a joint effort with the Sonora Area Foundation. This 2.3 acre parcel was a donation to Tuolumne Park and Recreation District from the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians. The project involved clearing some of the undergrowth just outside of the wetland area to install a split rail fence. Then a walking path and foot bridge dotted with benches allowing visitors a leisurely stroll through this peaceful setting. Directions: Catch the trail off of Westside Dr at the Little Oasis Park. Trail Map: Map
Campus Trail: Starting at the Alder Builder, we have an extensive fitness jogging trail equipped with par course facilities and instructions. More Information: Columbia College Maps and Guides Website
Dragoon Gulch Trail Located in the City of Sonora, the Dragoon Gulch Trail provides its visitors with a unique opportunity to stroll through the Mother Lode's oak woodlands. The Dragoon Gulch Trail is a system of trails creating a 2 1/2 mile loop. The trails travel along a natural creek up to the vista that provides a spectacular view of the City and its surrounding mountain ranges. The trails vary in difficulty making it perfect for the casual walker and for those who want a strenuous hike or jog. Directions: The main entrance to the Trail is located at Woods Creek Park. From the Bay Area and Central Valley take Highway 108 East to Highway 49 North into the City of Sonora. From Highway
Red Hills Trail Perhaps the best feature of the red hills is the huge amount of trails that cater to advanced mountain bikers and beginners alike. In fact, the trails at Red Hills are some of the most versatile in California. Some mountain biking trails - specifically those higher up Sonora Pass - are littered with advanced obstacles, drop-offs and hair-raising washes. Unlike these advanced courses, the Red Hills can be enjoyed at a slow pace with the whole family or raced down at high speeds. With that in mind, users should be aware of other bikes at all times and will be willing to move aside to let more advanced riders pass by. While some of the trails at Red Hills are wide enou
