Stebbins Cold Canyon Loop Hike

The Blue Ridge Trail offers sweeping views of the foothills and surrounding area from about 1600 feet.
The Blue Ridge Trail offers sweeping views of the foothills and surrounding area from about 1600 feet.

Exploring the Stebbins Cold Canyon Loop, (also called the Homestead-Blue Ridge Loop or the Homestead Blue Ridge Trail), starts off easy as you hike through the canyon, but it becomes a workout as you ascend to the great views of Lake Berryessa. I have hiked this trail more times than I can count, and I will continue to hike it. I love it for its views and its challenge.

The way to the trail starts off from the parking lot is where you hike under Highway 128 by going through a drainage tunnel that runs under it. Continue reading “Stebbins Cold Canyon Loop Hike”