2025-July/Aug: Oregon-NorCal Coast/the Redwoods Parks/Glass Beach/Levels 2 Up

HikingOC Repeating Trip Northern Coast California Summertime. We will cover the Coast of Oregon as well. The Redwoods State Parks/National Park, Glass beach will include in the itinerary.

Schedule: July 29/30 to August 3, 2025 (6D/5N)

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

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

TRIP COST, DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION
> > > Plan lodging and transportation your own, just join us hiking, $250/person (full trip 6 days) or $50/day/person coordinating fee (non-refundable deposit). Contact the host directly to get info***
> > > Estimate trip cost: TBU+ for 6 days/5 nights including lodging double occupancy, transportation, entrance fees to National Parks, coordinating fee, but not including airfare the way back, food, tours, permits (may adjust from 5-10%+- after the trip after having the final cost on gas expenses)
> > > Advance deposit is estimated trip cost (non-refundable) and due April 15, 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:

1. Airfares: $49+ one way LAX to PDX or $120+ from SNA
2. Most meals
3. Optional activities
   Allow $250+ (your budget) for meals, optional activities and other expenses/gifts

Tentative Hiking Itinerary: more update on details soon.
We will be driving and hiking about 3-7 miles/day.
Below was 2023 trip FYI

Day 1 Sat July 8 leaving from SNA car rental heading to SJ, then Montalvo Arts Center, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, then sunset view at Golden Gate Bridge
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294587984/

Day 2: Sunday July 9 Muir Woods NM, Point Reyes NS, Glass Beach, Avenue of the Giants-Humboldt Redwoods SP
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294586442/

Day 3: Monday July 10 Redwoods SP/NP (Prairie Creek Redwoods (Jurassic Park movie scenery), Burney Falls SP, Lassen Volcanic NP
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294586473/

Day 4: Tuesday July 11 more Lassen Volcanic NP
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294586520/

Day 5: Wed July 12 American River Rafting (half day tour $129/person)
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294586563/

Days 6 & 7: Thurs & Fri July 13 & 14 Lake Tahoe
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294586589/

>>>WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR: water, snacks, food for breakfasts and lunches on the trails. Wear layers clothes, clothes don't get wet easy, hiking shoes, extra socks and clothes to change after the hike, a sleeping bag/warm blanket, hiking poles and 10 Hiking Essentials (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234)

>>>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