Courdet, Ridgeline, Shady Creek, North Ridge, Cowing, Sinbad Creek, Ridgeline, Courdet Trails Loop

Trail Highlights: The Castleridge Trailhead opened in March, 2018, greatly increasing accessibility to the northern end of the park. This route utilizes this convenient, new access point, however it does have limited parking. You’ll head north, taking in magnificent views as you climb, and then south through Kilkare Canyon, and then back up to the ridge again. Many of the sections are quite steep. Keep an eye out for wildlife in the valley, especially soaring birds of prey. Be sure to bring water, as it is only available at the trailhead and near the end of the hike. Trail Directions: From the Castleridge Trailhead, take Courdet Trail 1.98 miles, then turn left. Continue for about 200 feet, then turn right onto Ridgeline Trail. The trail is narrow and grassy. Follow Ridgeline for .41 mile, then turn right on Shady Creek Trail and continue for .43 mile. At the intersection with North Ridge Trail, turn left. Make sure to follow signs for North Ridge Trail, as it diverges from the wide dirt path about .2 miles later. Pass Loop Trail, continuing on North Ridge Trail. Cross through a cattle gate, and, after another .41 mile, turn left at the fork to follow Cowing Trail. After .68 mile, turn left at Sinbad Creek Trail, which will take you through Kilkare Canyon. In .64 mile you will cross through a cattle gate. Continue on Sinbad Creek Trail for 2.97 miles. Where the trail splits (trail marker 23), take a left and follow Sinbad Creek Trail up the hill. Climb for .85 mile, then turn left on Ridgeline Trail. Proceed for .65 mile until you reach Courdet Trail. Turn right and follow Courdet Trail for 1.98 mile to return to Castleridge Trailhead