• Join us whether you are new or experienced in Hiking. There are different levels, but we all share one common: using our legs to move up down hills. Most of the time on dirt trails, but there are different terrains: rocky or gravels or in water, river or mud; different settings: mountain, forest, wilderness or desert.
• Contact us if you are interested to join the Organizer Team and organize Hikes local OC or out of town Hikes to those who share the same interest. Our wide open calendar will fill with events during the weekdays, but mostly the weekends. Our events or trips are generated by volunteer effort and time of volunteer organizers.
[All Our Organizers Volunteer their Time and Effort for Free Cost to Most Events]
• Once or twice per month, there will be events or trips that require payments. These are costs to cover your expenses and fund raising to "HikingOC Fund".
• "HikingOC Fund" will generate profit after the costs from events monthly. It will maintain the group website, support all HikingOC volunteered organizers who contribute to build this hiking group, an outdoor active community and to donate to the good causes or charities.
• If you like to do a great cause in honor our group name, please support helping those affected by disasters or the National Park Services (we hike on many lands of the National Parks.) We are sure your support is highly appreciated and rescues the unfortunates! There are many Non-Profit Organizations, please contact direct AMERICAN RED CROSS ORANGE COUNTY CHAPTER for more info

***Read more past hikes on A Journey with HikingOC -- ANP Tourism-Lifetime Memory
for more Travel Trips in the US and Many Regions in the World***

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Upcoming events (4+)

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Sat, Jul 19, 2025, 10:00 AM PDT2025-July/Aug: NorCal/OR: River Rafting-Lakes-National & State Parks/Levels 2 Up
Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento, CA
***HikingOC Summer Repeating Trip to NorCal and Oregon: American River Rafting, Lake Tahoe, Waterfalls, Lassen Volcanic and Crater Lake National Parks, Portland, Salem, Mt Hood, Mt Shasta, NorCal Coast Landmarks, Redwoods State Parks/National Park, Napa Valley, Sacramento, etc.!***

Schedule: July 19 to August 3/5, 2025 breaking into 4 different parts!
3 days/2 nights, 6 days/5 nights, 4 days/3 nights or the whole trip 18 days/17 nights

RSVP is NOT SECURED a space. Please contact the host via message, email or in person on a local hike to discuss more about the trip

TRIP COST, DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION

> > > Plan lodging and transportation your own, just join us hiking, $250/part or $700 the whole trip for coordinating fee (non-refundable deposit, the whole trip or $60/day). Contact the host directly to get info***
> > > Estimate trip cost:
Including lodging double occupancy, transportation\, coordinating fee, but not including airfares, food, tours, permits (may adjust from 5-10%+- after the trip after having the final cost on expenses)
Whole trip for 18 days/17 nights
Part 1: 6 days/5 nights for $800+
Part 1-1: 3 days/2 nights-July 19-21, 2025 for $400+
Part 1-2: 3 days/3 nights-July 22-24, 2025
> > > Advance deposit is $700 (non-refundable) and due by April 6, 2025. Payment after due date 10% more on deposit amount or depends on available spaces.
> > > CANCELLATION OF SERVICES: If you need to cancel, the deposit amount is non-refundable
> > > Cancellation 3 weeks or less prior to the trip, total estimate trip cost is forfeit.
The following EXCLUDING expenses:

Airfares: $220+ RT (SW from LGB/ONT/SAN to SMF and from MFR (Medford, OR) back)

Most meals

Optional activities

River Rafting: $145+
Allow $300+ (your budget) for meals, optional activities and other expenses/gifts

Part 2: Oregon: Portland/Salem/Mt Hood Waterfalls/Mountains https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/306561961/
Part 3: NorCal: Mt Shasta/Coast/Redwood Parks/Napa Valley/Sac https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/307119933/

GENERAL RATING/DIFFICULTY: Levels 2 up/Moderate for distance, elevation and pace. Click to see RATING TABLE for more info about hiking levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating

Hiking Itinerary: depends on weather conditions
We will be driving and hiking about 5 to 10+ miles/day depends on the group.
Part 1:
Day 1 Sat July 19: Arrive Sacramento (SMF from LGB/ONT/SAN), then driving to American River for Rafting (half day tour $139/person) https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/306114186/
Days 2-3 Sun-Mon July 20-21: Lake Tahoe 
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/309046439/
Day 4: Tues July 22 Lassen Volcanic NP/Burney Falls State Park
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/309046828/
Days 5-6: Wed July 23 & Thurs July 24: Crater Lake & Umpqua National Forest/Umpqua River highway waterfalls along the way: Watson, Clearwater, Toketee Falls, etc.
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/307170708/

Part 2: https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/306561961/
Part 3: https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/307119933/

REMINDER
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
***Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, coyotes, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***
>>YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
>>YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
12 attendees+7
Not open
Sat, Jul 26, 2025, 10:00 AM PDT2025-July: Part 2-OR: Portland/Salem/Mt Hood Waterfalls/Mountains/Levels 2 up
PDX Rental Car Center - Portland Airport, Portland, OR
Part 2: of HikingOC Summer Repeating Trip to NorCal and Oregon: American River Rafting, Lake Tahoe, Waterfalls, Lassen Volcanic and Crater Lake National Parks, Portland, Salem, Mt Hood, Mt Shasta, Coast Landmarks, Redwoods State Parks/National Parks, etc.
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/306561839/

Oregon: mountains, waterfalls at National Forests and State Parks in Portland, Salem and Mt. Hood areas
Schedule: July 26 to 29, 2025

RSVP is NOT SECURED a space. Please contact the host via message, email or in person to discuss more about the trip

TRIP COST, DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION

> > > Plan lodging and transportation your own, just join us hiking, $200 coordinating fee (non-refundable deposit, the whole trip) or $60/day/person. Contact the host directly to get info
> > > Estimate trip cost: $700+ for 4 days/3 nights including lodging double occupancy, transportation, entrance fees to National Parks, coordinating fee, but not including airfares, food, tours, permits (may adjust from 5-10%+- trip cost after the trip after having the final cost on expenses) Single occupancy will be $200+ more

> > > Advance deposit is $500 (non-refundable) and due by April 2, 2025. Payment after due date 10% more on deposit amount or depends on available spaces.
> > > CANCELLATION OF SERVICES: If you need to cancel, the deposit amount is non-refundable
> > > ***Cancellation 3 weeks or less prior to the trip, total estimate trip cost is forfeit.

The following EXCLUDING expenses:

Airfares: $200+ RT (LAX/SNA to PDX)

Most meals

Optional activities
Allow $250+ (your budget) for meals, optional activities and other expenses/gifts

GENERAL RATING/DIFFICULTY: Levels 2 to 3: Moderate for distance, elevation and pace. Click to see RATING TABLE for more info about hiking levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating

Hiking Itinerary: Depends weather conditions.
We will be driving and hiking about 5 to 10+ miles/day depends on the group.
Day 1: Saturday July 26 Travel and Portland: Witch’s Castle, International Rose Test, etc. https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/309934609/
Day 2: Sunday July 27 Salem, OR (capital) and Silver Falls State Park https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/309940191/
Day 3: Monday July 28 Mt Hood Scenic Loop, waterfalls and mountains
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/309944416/
Day 4: Tuesday July 29:
Portland and short hikes along Columbia River Gorge: Multnomah Falls, Latourell Falls, etc.
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/309952379/

Last year 2024 trip
Day 1: Saturday July 13 Travel and Portland: Witch’s Castle, International Rose Test, etc. https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/301971329/
Day 2: Sunday July 14 Salem, OR (capital) and Silver Falls State Park.
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/301968601/
Day 3: Monday 15 Mt Hood Scenic Loop, waterfalls and mountains https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/301971446/
Day 4: Tuesday July 16:
Portland and short hikes along Columbia River Gorge: Multnomah Falls, Latourell Falls, etc. https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/301971409/
Flying back home (from Portland, OR PDX to SNA or LAX.)
https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/events/285304104/

REMINDER
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
***Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, coyotes, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***
>>YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
>>YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
7 attendees+2
Not open
Tue, Jul 29, 2025, 8:00 AM PDT2025-July: Part 2/Day 4-OR: Columbia River Gorge-Multnomah Falls, etc./Level 2
Needs location
Day 4 of HikingOC 2025 Oregon Summer Repeating Trip with Mountains and Waterfalls/4D/3N https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/306561961/
It's also Part 2 of HikingOC Repeating Summer Trip to: NorCal and Oregon: American River Rafting, Lake Tahoe Waterfalls, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Crater Lake, Portland, Salem, Mt Hood, Coast Landmarks, Redwoods State Parks/National Parks, etc.
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/306561839/

PLEASE READ: RSVP is NOT SECURED a space. Please contact the host via message, email or in person to discuss more about the trip!

General Rating/Difficulty: Levels 2 and up: pace, elevation and distance. CLICK RATING TABLE to read more about hiking skill levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating

Today will be hiking Columbia River Gorge and Waterfalls

More info:
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/crgnsa/recarea/?recid=30026
https://www.travelawaits.com/2695580/columbia-river-gorge-oregon-best-waterfalls/

GOOD TO KNOW Wear good traction hiking shoes, hat, sunscreen, bring plenty of water, snacks, a light lunch and Ten Essentials: https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234

Check here for weather forecast
https://www.wunderground.com/forecast/us/or/portland

REMINDER : By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
>>YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
>>YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
***Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***
7 attendees+2
Not open
Tue, Jul 29, 2025, 5:30 PM PDTChasing Sunsets @ Ridge Park /Level 2+: Moderate/Fast Pace
Pacific Ridge Trailhead, Newport Beach, CA
DO NOT SIGN UP UNLESS YOU HAVE READ THE ENTIRE POST.

NATURE SERVES AS THE BEST GYM(membership is free)

This hike is intended for intermediate to advanced hikers and trail runners. This hike is not suitable for BEGINNERS!

Expect a good workout. Meet some amazing people. Embrace the beauty around us!

• What to bring

Please bring a good attitude, water, light, hat, sunscreen, trek poles if needed.

We will meet at the Pacific Ridge Trailhead.

Meet a new friend, support each other and let's have an awesome workout!

The park closes at sunset so make sure you leave enough juice in the tank to get back in the same amount of time.

This hike is intended for hikers with intermediate to advance experience levels that are looking to share similar paced workout. Please do not hike alone, and the route will be posted weekly prior to the hike.

Please see the RATING TABLE for more info about difficulty levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating

Today’s route is:

Sunset is at 7:53 pm so we will have 2 1/2 hours to work with. Today’s route is a loop.

Pacific Ridge Trailhead to Slow’nEasy Trail(2nd right)

Slow’nEasy Trail to Moro Canyon Trail(R)

Moro Canyon Trail to West Cut Across(R)

West Cut Across to Rattlesnake Trail(R)

Rattlesnake Trail to Redtail Ridge Trail(R)

Redtail Ridge Trail to Bommer Ridge Trail(L)

Bommer Ridge Trail to Pacific Ridge Trailhead

Distance: 7.3 mi, EG: 1220’

DISCLAIMER: By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS. YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY. Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, mountain lions, coyotes, snake bites or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike
6 attendees+1