Sunset and Moonrise on Black Mountain

## Details

This is a docent led hike of ~5 miles that ends at around 10 PM.
Hike one of the peninsula’s iconic peaks while appreciating the twilight on an evening excursion led by docents. We'll climb the Canyon and Bella Vista Trails, observing flora and fauna along the way. At the summit, we'll watch the sun set and the full moon rise. Visibility permitting, we'll have extraordinary views of the Santa Clara Valley and Santa Cruz Mountains.
This hike has a ~900-foot elevation gain.

I appreciate that no one wants to be the only one on a hike so please note that this hike is also posted on the Hiking & Activities Club California Meetup group where we already have 9 attendees.

Where to Meet
Meet at the Monte Bello Parking Area on Page Mill Road (across from Los Trancos Preserve), 7 miles west of I-280 or 1.5 miles east of Skyline Boulevard.
Here is a link to the trail.

Equipment
A flashlight/headlamp with a red light IS REQUIRED. An optional black light is recommended as we expect to see bioluminescent animals and plants. You cannot use your cell phone as a flashlight on this hike. Bring water and layers.
Please arrive a few minutes early so you can get organized, hit the bathroom etc. before the hike starts.
Once you start on the hike, you cannot leave early as the gate to the parking lot will be locked. Please note that the hike is scheduled to end at around 10 PM.
Carpooling is cool!

Parking permits are required and will be provided to attendees at the parking lot before the hike.