1.5 miles out and back from Moon Gate

• 1.
  Start at Moon Gate.

  Park in the lot (or along the residential road).

• 2.
  Take the West Ridge Trail.

  Descend into the forest on this short stretch of trail, popular with locals and dog-walkers.

• 3.
  Turn right onto the Tres Sendas Trail.

  Watch your footing in wet conditions on this gently downhill, enchanting trail.

• 4.
  Turn left onto the French Trail.

  Walk several yards up just until you round the bend, and start scanning the ground for ladybugs. Absorb some joy, and then retrace your steps.