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A rocky scramble to Lake Ilsanjo.


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Map Key

2.0

Miles

3.2

KM

Point to Point

838' 256 m

High

344' 105 m

Low

495' 151 m

Up

78' 24 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

12%

Max Grade (7°)

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If parking at Spring Lake, a $7 day pass or Regional Parks pass is required. If parking at Annadel, a State Parks pass is required.

Description

Rough Go is an uphill climb to get to Lake Ilsanjo. Its name is pretty well-deserved, as you'll see from all the erosion and rocks on the trail. About halfway through, there's a bench to sit on and take in the views of Santa Rosa and Bennett Valley.

It's easy to miss a sharp turn on Rough Go, and instead follow a trail parallel to it. This side-trail will lead back to Rough Go.

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Kevin Bonner

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  3.5 from 2 votes

#4

in Santa Rosa

#26086

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#4

in Santa Rosa

#2,661

in California

#26,086

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Oak tree and meadow, sunset.
Aug 25, 2017 near Santa Rosa, CA
Mariposa Poppy
Feb 14, 2020 near Santa Rosa, CA

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Jan 19, 2019
Connor Z
Hiked Rough Go and Lake Loop and down Creek Side trail this afternoon. Cloudy no rain. Quiet, Muddy, Slippery in spots. Great day for a hike. 5.5mi — 1h 45m
Mar 31, 2018
Erin King
Apr 16, 2010
Scott Salas
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