To reach the reservoir, drive to the intersection of Hicks Valley
Road and the Marshall-Petaluma Road. From there, continue toward
Walker Ranch for three miles. You will come to a white gate on your
left, around 38° 09.782N, 122° 46.561W. Ignore the "No Trespassing"
signs that refer to the land on either side of the road. There is a
black button next to the gate that opens it. Continue on the road,
but watch for cows and bulls that might not feel like moving out of
your way. When you come to the bridge you can continue straight or
cross the bridge to the right -- either way you will find parking
and a public entrance to the reservoir area. On the way out, the
gate opens automatically.
The cache is a standard ammo can. Follow the trail that goes
near the lake. Although you may be tempted to bushwhack, it will be
easier if you take the trail to the end before heading up to the
cache. It is not a long hike, but there are one or two spots where
care is required.
If you are coming from Hicks Valley Road, be sure to notice the
Lincoln School on the left. It is the only true one-room school
house left in West Marin.
Thanks to BKip who noticed this area and to Forman who did an
initial site visit to confirm public access. Although the National
Seashore removed the traditional caches from its park, Soulajule
provides another reason to visit rural West Marin. And now you know
the Reyes of the Story.