The last time I circumnavigated Briones Reservoir was about 25-30 years ago. I thought this would be an appropriate time to do it again. When I last did Briones, I ran around the reservoir; this time I walked around the reservoir. Both adventures were enjoyable.
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Briones Reservoir's earthen dam is visible.
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Briones Reservoir is approximately 8 miles east of Berkeley, as shown on this map of the area.
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| A map of the route. The approximate distance traveled was 13.5 miles (21.7 kilometers). The approximate cumulative elevation gain was 1,843 feet (562 meters). Mile markers are displayed on the GPS-generated track. |
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| This graph shows the elevation changes encountered during the hike. |
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| Briones Reservoir. |
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This photo, looking southwest, was taken from the top of the Briones Reservoir's earthen dam.
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| Bear Creek Trail. |
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Donna joined me on this ramble.
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