Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access Trail Improvements

What & Why? 

This spring, the Redwood Trails Alliance and Sonoma County Regional Parks Youth Crew will build 24 new “terraced steps” at the beginning of the trail, which will correct erosion issues. The elongated steps will be followed by about 65 sturdy, well designed steps along the main trail – for a total of 89 steps. The new steps will better withstand intense storms, make the trail safer and more accommodating for visitors, and protect the natural habitat.

The crew will be working weekdays and will clear the trail at the end of each workday. Visitors may continue to use the trail, with caution, on the weekends and after hours on weekdays. 

What's Next?

The upper trail steps and terrace project will be completed in spring 2024. Additional improvement on other sections of the trail will continue as funding is secured. 

Visit the project’s website: https://www.sonomacountyparksfoundation.org/pinnacle-gulch.html