If you've got some time, come with us on a walk along the 1-1/2 mile long marked trail through much of Esperanza Estates. Our walk starts at the point on the map below marked 'Start at Pool'.     This slightly whimsical trail map drawn by artist Al Larson details the route.

The trail starts across from the Sunset Ramada & garden.

So, turn around, cross the street, and take the steps.

Continue alongside the wash all the way to Camino Holgado...

...passing a variety of native species -- mesquite, prickly pear, etc.

Continue on the common drive to get to Holgado.

Across Holgado is the entrance to Mesquite Park, marked by a small bridge.

Continue through the shade of Mesquite Park on the path bordered by stones.

The path crosses another small bridge, then continues on.

Coming to Circulo del Sur, you'll see a 'Quad' landscaped with Pineapple Palms.

Continue up Circulo del Sur, heading West...

...to arrive at the tennis courts, bordered on the left by tall Oleanders.

Continue along the East side of the courts until you reach the wash.

Turning to the East, follow the trail along the wash.

A bench awaits a sitter or two; stop, relax, and enjoy the mountain view!

The trail continues along the wash after crossing Camino Holgado.

Three houses on the left lost their patios & patio walls in the Flood of 1983.  The wash was improved by the addition of taller walls since then.

Continue until coming to a break in the wall on Vereda Calma, almost to Portillo.

Cross over Portillo at the bridge, then follow the wash Eastward.

When you come to this 'creature' on your left...

...look to your right to see an array of 'ground art' created from [mostly!] native materials.  'Stony' (Steve) Brown created and maintains this diverse collection of artworks.

At the Easternmost point of the trail, you arrive at Mountainview Park.

Then, the trail turns left to follow the Eastern boundary of Esperanza Estates.

Continue Northeasterly until you come to Whigham Park which is split by Whigham Wash.

The path continues through the park to Circulo Napa, then crosses Napa to follow Calle del Ensalmo.

Continue on Ensalmo to the pool, the Sunset Ramada, and garden.  Done!

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