With a sense of wonder and curiosity, and be prepared for certain moments along the Trail that call for sensitivity and compassion. The history of cannabis in California includes stories that are heart-wrenching and difficult to hear for some.

Certain communities were targeted during the ‘War-on-Drugs Era’ and these communities continue to suffer from PTSD. Be aware of your environment and be sensitive to certain situations when visiting legacy cannabis communities.

If you are 21 and older, you can purchase and carry up to one ounce of dried cannabis flower and up to eight grams of cannabis concentrate infused-products like gummies, chocolate, or a beverage. You are not allowed to give or sell cannabis to anyone under 21 years of age.

Consumption Tips:

Please know that you do NOT have to consume cannabis in order to appreciate a cannabis cultural adventure. However, if you do decide to partake in the delights of cannabis, consider the following Consumption Tips.

You can consume cannabis on private property, but property owners and landlords may not allow smoking or vaping cannabis on their properties. Do not smoke or vape cannabis in locations where it is not permitted. Check with individual hotels for their policies.

It’s illegal to consume cannabis in public places. You cannot consume cannabis within 1,000 feet of a school, daycare center or youth center while children are present. Do not consume or possess cannabis on federal lands including national parks.

If you are new to cannabis or even if it’s been a while, for products containing THC, go low and go slow. THC should be consumed with consideration of your surroundings. When consuming edibles or beverages, it may take 2+ hours for effects to set in.