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THE HILLS ARE ALIVE

When other parts of the country are
blanketed in white, with bare trees
and a monochromatic sky, here in
Carmel Valley, winter is a verdant
landscape coming to life. Emerald-
green hillsides, fern-filled canyons,
and oak woodlands draped with
wispy, sage-colored curtains of lace
lichen urge us to come out and play.

Whether you’re the adventurous
type or just nature-curious, our 500
acres offer unforgettable outdoor
experiences all year round. This time
of year, keep your eyes peeled for
wood mint sprouting along shady
banks, mushrooms popping out of the
moist earth (just don’t eat them unless Fun fact: The Monterey Peninsula is blessed with some of the cleanest air in North
you’re with a certified mycologist!), America. That’s why lace lichen (often confused with Spanish moss) thrives here. And
don’t worry, it isn’t harming the trees.
and buckeyes—large, brown seeds
that resemble chestnuts—splitting
open and sending thick shoots into Ranch Regional Park, offering over they know all the best selfie spots and
the ground. Take advantage of mild 50 miles of spectacular scenery. It’s will happily snap pictures of you and
daytime temperatures that make also dog-friendly, and mountain your crew. Private hikes can also be
exploring even our sunniest ridgetops biking is permitted on certain trails. arranged. Call the Activities Team at
no sweat. And enjoy clear, star- 831.626.2577 for more information,
studded night skies and moonlight so Explore our property and beyond trail recommendations, and pricing
bright you can see your shadow. on your own, or join one of our for on- or off-property private hikes.
complimentary naturalist-led hikes.
In addition to our own trails, we’re Our guides are experts in the flora,
blessed to be adjacent to Garland fauna, and history of the area, plus