When I decided to move into my condo almost ten years ago, being able to walk out my door and hike a hill was one of my “must haves.”  Islay Hill is my walk-out-my-door hike.  A few years ago, the big field across the street from me began sprouting a new housing development.  What I looked forward to was not the additional traffic and changed scenery but the ability to hike Righetti Hill.  The trail was cut last fall…just before our mega-rains started!  Today, between the ground drying up a bit and the next downpour, I decided to hike Islay Hilll AND Righetti Hill. Of course, I ventured out with camera in hand!

A view of Righetti Hill in the foreground with, from the left, South Hills, Cerro San Luis, and Bishop Peak in the background

Approaching Islay Hill

Turkey vulture (I think!) flying over Islay Hill

“Moo With a View,” showing some wear, hangs out atop Islay Hill

Righetti Hill with its new trail

View of Islay Hill from Righetti Hill

Panorama photo of Islay Hill

Pano of South Hills, Cerro San Luis, and Bishop Peak at sunset

Sunset from Righetti Hill

Another sunset pic!