The Ramsay-Shockey Open Space is hope to two, two-mile trails. The Shoshone Trail and the Besant Point Trail start at the same location to the right of the parking lot. Both trails offer views of the Pinewood Reservoir. As you approach the trail you'll often see fisherman and families enjoying the lakeside. The trails split just a little ways in. If you're feeling up to a good hike, it's a pleasure to enjoy both hikes on the same day.

At the base of the Shoshone trail is a guide map that gives insight to the land and information about the plants and trees in the area. Be sure to grab your brochure before heading on the trail. It's aways good to carry a map with you. The Shoshone trails starts off to the right and carries you up the mountainside. The trail start with a steady incline but it's relatively easy. As you start your incline you'll see the reservoir behind you. Take a moment to take in the view behind you.

As the trail starts to loop back around you'll see a large rock off to the right. This is a great resting area or a place to have lunch. It was unclear whether this was actually a side trail off the main trail but you'll see a large rock with a plaque dedicated to the one of the founding families which led us to believe it was a valid side trail and not one created by people straying.

When the Shoshone Trail meets with the Besant Point Trail you'll have a choice to make. Either stay left and head back towards the car or take a longer hike back by adding the Besant Point Trail around the reservoir to your hike. We decided to take a right on the Besant Point Trail. The start of this trail seemed less traveled. The grass was slightly overgrown. However, as the trail progressed the terrain got much better. The trail offers a few hills but for the most part is pretty level. Once you reach the Blue Mountain Trailhead you'll have to decide whether you want to walk back to your vehicle via the beach or you can return the way you came. Either way, this is a nice trail for all hiking levels

Difficulty: Easy

Terrain: dirt

Length: 2 -4 miles depending on route

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