The Kern Gateway Trail
Sat, 04 Mar
|Bakersfield
Kern Gateway Trail site visit (Upper Richbar)
Join to explore another spectacular section of the proposed trail. We will do a brief presentation about the trail concept and a short walk to see a section of the trail. This is a great opportunity to experience the what the Kern Gateway Trail can offer for our community.
Time & Location
04 Mar 2023, 9:00 am
Bakersfield, 35.47544786313091, -118.72442708091069
About the event
Join to learn more about the Kern Gateway Trail and to see for yourself what a beautiful and unique outdoor amenity it will create for the Kern County / San Joaquin Valley region. RSVP to get your name on the list.
This site visit will include a talk from community members and an National Park Service Rivers Trails and Conservation Assistance Program staff member who have been working to make the Kern Gateway Trail a reality. There will also be a short walk to see a portion of the trail and get exposure to its dramatic beauty.
The group will start across highway 178 from Upper Richbar Picnic area (35.47544786313091, -118.72442708091069). There is a pullout to park is just past where Stark Creek goes under 178 if coming from Bakersield.
Please bring outdoor/hiking shoes, water, a hat, sunscreen, and clothing appropriate for the weather.