Join us for a very special nighttime hike in which we hope to hear or see some of the owls which hunt and nest here at Olompali State Historic Park! We’ll also look and listen for other birds as the sun sets, and will watch for other evening surprises such as bats, moths, and night-blooming soaproot. This walk will be co-led by State Park Interpreter Evan Weissman and Liz Lewis of the Marin Breeding Bird Atlas.

Depending on conditions and wildlife activity, we may hike in the dark as far as 3 miles on the Miwok Loop Trail, a rough dirt trail with a slope up to 20 degrees in sections, and potential poison oak on the sides of narrow stretches of the trail. The only restrooms are near the parking lot. Bring warm layers, hiking shoes, flashlight, and a sense of adventure!

Registration is strictly limited, so please RSVP only if you intend to attend, and notify us if circumstances change and you must cancel. There will be a waitlist if demand exceeds the registration limit. RSVP below, and please indicate if you have any questions.

Date:  Sunday, June 29th

Time:  7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Location: Start at the Olompali parking lot

Cost:  There is no charge for the event, but parking is $8. Pay by cash, check, or via smart phone with QR code at the parking lot.  No parking fee is charged if you borrow a free State Park pass from your local public library.

Because we have reached the registration limit we will place your RSVP on the waiting list and will notify you just as soon as a spot/s open up.

June is a wonderful time to look and listen for juvenile birds begging from their parents, exploring their surroundings, and being adorable! Everyone is welcome to join leaders Rich Cimino and State Parks Interpreter Evan Weissman to discover Olompali’s diverse bird life. We’ll expect to see and hear thirty or more species as we walk along the old ranch road, exploring grasslands, historic gardens, savannah, and up to the riparian zone by the park’s small reservoir.

We’ll walk at a fairly slow pace, about 2 miles roundtrip, on gravel and dirt trails, with a slope up to 20 degrees in short portions. There are several picnic tables to rest at along the partially shaded route. Wear layered clothing, walking shoes, bring snacks, sunscreen, plenty of water, and binoculars and a birding field guide if you have one. We’ll also have two binoculars to loan.

Date:        Sunday, June 8th

Time:       8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Location: Start at the Olompali parking lot

Cost:        There is no charge for the event, but parking is $8. Pay by cash, check, or via smart phone with QR code at the parking lot.  No parking is charged if you borrow a free State Park pass from your local public library.

Come join Noelle Olompali Barton and Larry Otis on a walk and talk about the park’s historic zone to revisit the Olompali Commune through historic photographs and displays.

Date:        Saturday, April 26

Time:       11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Start at the park’s Septagon, on to the Carriage Road,

                  then continue to the Barns and back.

Cost:        There is no charge for the event, but parking is $8. Pay by cash, check, or via smart phone with QR code at the parking lot.  No parking is charged if you borrow a free State Park pass from your local public library.