Mill Creek Botanical Walk
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Sat, Sep 12, 2026; 10:00 AM
- 1:30 PM
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09/12/2026 1:30 PM
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Mill Creek Botanical Walk
This entry-level hike begins at the Mill Creek OHV Trailhead, 1-1/2 miles east of Hwy 178 on Old Kern Canyon Road. Give yourself plenty of time to get to the trailhead by 10am. Time will be needed to sign-in and complete waivers. Likewise, the hike ends at approximately 1:30pm, so when you plan your day, you will need to account for the time it takes to get back to Bakersfield. In addition to wearing appropriate hiking shoes (MUST be close-toed!), bring sun protection, plenty of water, snacks and a lunch to enjoy at the creek. If you are coming from Bakersfield, give yourself an hour to get there. Take HWY 178 east up into the Kern River Canyon. Turn right on the Old Kern Canyon Road (This turnoff is located at the end of the 2-lane portion or Hwy 178, but BEFORE you reach the 4-lane portion). Look for a Forest Service Signs on your right. The trail climbs gradually along Mill Creek for 2 miles, crossing the creek several times. Open oak, grass and riparian woodlands are found here. Leaving the creek, one climbs moderate to steep grades through brush fields to mixed conifer forest. The trail ends at a small spur road just north of Squirrel Meadow on Breckenridge Mountain. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking.
Kern Canyon Rd, California, USA
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35.62273600,-118.61407700
Maya Khosla
creekshade@gmail.com
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Organized By: Kern-Kaweah Chapter
Location: Kern Canyon Rd, California, USA
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Event Organizers:
Maya Khosla
creekshade@gmail.com
(530) 263-5185
Lori Pesante
lori.pesante@sierraclub.org
Paul Gipe
pgipe@igc.org
This entry-level hike begins at the Mill Creek OHV Trailhead, 1-1/2 miles east of Hwy 178 on Old Kern Canyon Road. Give yourself plenty of time to get to the trailhead by 10am. Time will be needed to sign-in and complete waivers. Likewise, the hike ends at approximately 1:30pm, so when you plan your day, you will need to account for the time it takes to get back to Bakersfield. In addition to wearing appropriate hiking shoes (MUST be close-toed!), bring sun protection, plenty of water, snacks and a lunch to enjoy at the creek. If you are coming from Bakersfield, give yourself an hour to get there. Take HWY 178 east up into the Kern River Canyon. Turn right on the Old Kern Canyon Road (This turnoff is located at the end of the 2-lane portion or Hwy 178, but BEFORE you reach the 4-lane portion). Look for a Forest Service Signs on your right. The trail climbs gradually along Mill Creek for 2 miles, crossing the creek several times. Open oak, grass and riparian woodlands are found here. Leaving the creek, one climbs moderate to steep grades through brush fields to mixed conifer forest. The trail ends at a small spur road just north of Squirrel Meadow on Breckenridge Mountain. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking.
Level: Easy
Cost: Free to All, optional suggested donation $10 (https://www.sierraclub.org/kern-kaweah/give)
Signup Instructions: RSVP Online and Email Primary Leaders (Maya and Paul)
Recommended Items: In addition to wearing appropriate hiking shoes (MUST be close-toed!), bring sun protection, plenty of water, snacks and a lunch to enjoy at the creek.
Signup Restrictions: RSVP online AND send email to Primary Outing Leaders (Paul and Maya).
Carpool: No carpool will be provided, however, participants are free to voluntarily coordinate with one another on their own
Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.
Cancellation Policy: Activity is held rain or shine, but may be altered due to inclement weather
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