The Loop Trail

Madeleine dedicated much of her life to the creation of a 1.5-mile loop trail that runs the perimeter of most of her property, as well as through the beautiful redwood canyon that she was able to preserve with an environmental easement. It is a very inviting stroll through second-growth redwoods and open pastureland, and includes visits to several of the wildlife ponds that Madeleine created over the years.

The trail is open to the public from dawn to dusk. Visitors use the trail at their own risk. No camping please, and no dogs (we understand that your dog is well-behaved, but even the best behaved dogs enjoy chasing wildlife).

Please note: The 11-acre pasture part of the Loop Trail was sold in order to close probate. The loop trail no longer extends to that area.

Loop Trail Rules

• The Trail is open from dawn to dusk

• No camping

• No hunting or fishing, and no firearms

• No fires, and no smoking of any kind on the property

• No dogs, please

• Parking is permitted at the entrance off of Furlong while you walk the Trail

• No overnight parking is allowed

• Please avoid the temptation to touch or feed the wildlife

• Please take out what you take in, and leave the Preserve as you found it

• Please do not enter the private areas around the residences

• We reserve the right to refuse entrance to anyone for failure to abide by these rules, or for otherwise causing harm to the Preserve

• Use of the Loop Trail is at your own risk, so please take care to avoid injuries. Trails are not maintained or monitored, so it's best to walk with a friend. Per California Civil Code § 846 (the California Recreational Use statute), private landowners are immune from liability for injuries suffered by people who enter their land free of charge for recreational purposes.