April 30, 2004

This trail started in gigantic eucalyptus trees along a large lawn and picnic area. The temperature was a bit cool when we started up the hill. That is Marcia walking between the trees in the picture to the right.
We soon warmed up as we climbed up above San Pablo Dam and reservoir. We continued to switch back up the hill. As we arrived at Upper Sea Foam Trail we met a mother and daughter who were also hiking the Trail Challenge.
This open stretch of grassy trail was filled with butterflies and small flowers as we climbed the ridge. We found views of Richmond and San Pablo Reservoir all along the trail. 
As the Upper Sea Foam Trail reached the top of the ridge we entered an oak forest. We enjoyed the pleasant stroll along the top of the ridge in the shade of the oaks. At the end of the ridge we switch backed down the hill to a fire road. At this point the guide says to turn right but the map obviously turns left. We decided to follow the map and made the correct decision. We intersected the Lower Sea Foam Trail in 1/4 mile and returned along the grassy park of Kennedy Grove.