SANCTION NUMBER:
YR 0213
Special Event Classifications:
Pony Express
Railroad Heritage
Authors and Literary Landmarks
California's Golden Heritage Event
LOCATION:
First Street Cafe, 440 First St. Benicia, 707-745-1400 SANCTION NUMBER: YR 0213 This is a California's Golden Heritage Event
HOURS:
Mon-Thurs, 7am-9pm; Fri, 7am-10pm; Sat, 8am-10pm; Sun, 8am-9pm. Closed some major holidays
DISTANCE:
10 KM (6.2 Miles) and 5 KM(3.1 Miles)
TRAIL RATING:
Rated 1+. The route goes past the 
first capitol building of the state of California, through historic downtown Benicia with its many shops, around the marina, and on part of the Bay Area Trail along the Carquinez Straits. The route is suitable for strollers but wheelchairs may have difficulty due to lack of a few curb cuts and an approximately 50 yard section of dirt trail. Pets must be on leash.
AWARD:
The event is "credit only" which is $3.00. "B" Awards are available for an additional $1.00. You may participate free if no credit is desired. No refunds. The event is open to everyone.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Contact Luanne Johnson, 2135 Clear View Circle,
Benicia CA 94510, 707-748-0949, email luannej@sprynet.com
or Jill Simmons, 707-448-5148, email
info@vacavolks.org
MISCELLANEOUS:
Restrooms available at the start. Water and restrooms are also available along the route. Try to plan your walk so you can enjoy the great food at the start point. Parking on First Street is limited to two hours. The side streets are unlimited and there is also a free city parking lot one block east of First St. on E Street. The event must be completed during daylight hours. Register by filling out the start card, waiver, and Registration Log Form at the Start Point. Please pay by check to Vaca Valley Volks or exact change.
DIRECTIONS:
From either I-80 or I-680, take I-780 to Benicia. Take the Second Street exit and turn left. Turn right at Military East, then left on First Street.
