Where do I park for Inspiration Point Hike?

To get to the trailhead: Take Sunset Boulevard to Will Rogers State Park Road, located 4.5 miles west of the 405 and three miles east of PCH. At the light, turn north on Will Rogers State Park Road. Drive 3/4 of a mile up the mountainside to the park entrance. Pull past the gate and park in the lot on the left.

How did Tilden Park get its name?

Tilden Regional Park was named in honor of Charles Lee Tilden, a Bay Area attorney and businessman who served on the first Board of Directors of the East Bay Regional Park District.

Are there bears in Tilden?

They arrive at your front wheel in the order of Mama Bear, Baby Bear and Papa Bear; with the size of the bear referencing just how big each climb will seem. After making right on Bear Creek Road (you’ll be entering the Briones Regional Reserve), you’re well on your way among the bears.

Are there redwoods in Tilden?

Two coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) were planted at the Tilden Nature Area in Berkeley, California. One tree (the large tree trunk in the center of first picture, tall tree on right in second picture) was planted on 26 July 1976 at the Environmental Education Center.

How long is Inspiration Point trail?

Inspiration Point is a moderate, 5.7 mi (9.2 km) RT out and back hike with 870 ft (270 m) of elevation gain with an average slope of 10%. The trail is dirt with several sections of rock stairs and exposed roots. The trail crosses exposed rock and features several steep switchbacks.

How long is Inspiration Point Hike Santa Barbara?

3.4-mile
Explore this 3.4-mile out-and-back trail near Santa Barbara, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 57 min to complete.

What trees are in Tilden Park?

Trees and Shrubs of Tilden Regional Park

  • Coast Redwood 1 Sequoia sempervirens.
  • Monterey Cypress 2 Cupressus macrocarpa.
  • Giant Sequoia 3 Sequoiadendron giganteum.
  • Ponderosa Pine 4 Pinus ponderosa.

How many acres is Tilden Park?

2,079 acres
From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone. Yet there are plenty of quiet places in Tilden’s 2,079 acres to shelter the wildlife and preserve natural beauty.

Is Inspiration Point A hard hike?

Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 9 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

How far is Inspiration Point from Hidden Falls?

0.5 miles
I highly recommend hiking up to Inspiration Point after seeing Hidden Falls. It’s 0.5 miles and 200 feet elevation gain from the waterfall and gives you a fabulous view of Jenny Lake and Teewinot Mountain.