Challenging Hikes San Francisco

Ride and Hike

Ferry Building - Heron's Head - The Mission Hike - 8.6 miles, 300 ft elev

We will be doing an intermediate level one-way hike along a segment of the Bay Trail in San Francisco, starting from the Ferry Building to Heron’s Head Park in Bayview, then continuing into the Mission. **This hike is for INTERMEDIATE HIKERS only.** The 8.6 mile route will offer many unique views of San Francisco’s industrial central waterfront, as we pass through Mission Bay, Crane Cove Park, Dogpatch, and India Basin on our way to Heron’s Head Park. After exploring Heron’s Head Park we will head into the Mission via Potrero Hill. **THIS EVENT HAS A WAITLIST. DO NOT SHOW UP FOR IT UNLESS YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN EMAIL SAYING YOU CAN ATTEND. NO PLUS ONES ARE PERMITTED ON THIS HIKE.** We **meet at 10:00 am** outside the Ferry Building on The Embarcadero and **depart promptly at 10:15 am**. We begin the trek by heading south along The Embarcadero into Mission Bay where we pick up Terry Francois Boulevard to Crane Cove Park. After a brief stop in the park, we continue south along Illinois Avenue to Cargo Way, which will lead us into Heron’s Head Park. We will spend some time exploring the park and taking a break for lunch and the restroom. Afterwards, we will head northwest along Cargo Way into the Potrero Hill area. We will cross Route 101 on the pedestrian overpass at 22nd Street, leading us into the Mission and our destination at 21st and Folsom Street. From there you can easily walk a few blocks to the 24th Street BART Station, but it is likely some of us will head to Southern Pacific Brewery near 19th and Folsom Streets. Bring water, snacks and/or lunch. Dress for the weather. **Information** AllTrails Route: [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/fb-hhp-mi-36ac8e5?u=i](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/fb-hhp-mi-36ac8e5?u=i) Level: Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour. Total Distance: 8.6 miles. Elevation Gain: 300 feet. Hiking Time: 3.5 hours plus stops. Pets: Dogs/cats are welcome to come. Restrooms: At the Ferry Building (mile 0.0), Crane Cove Park (mile 2.7), Heron’s Head Park (mile 5.8) and Jose Coronado Playground or bar (mile 8.6). **Directions** The meeting spot is outside the Ferry Building on The Embarcadero, below the clock tower. From The Embarcadero BART Station, walk east one block. The 14 Bus and N Light Rail also stop close by. From our destination in the Mission you have the following public transportation options to return to the Ferry Building: * BART at the 24th and Mission Streets Station. * The 14 Bus at 22nd and Mission Streets. * The 12 Bus at 20th and Folsom Street. Paid parking available at Four Embarcadero Center. **Liability Disclaimer** The organizers of this event are unpaid volunteers and not expert hiking guides. By signing up for this event you agree to assume all responsibility for your own safety, health consequences, conduct and well-being, and you hereby release its organizers, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You are also acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with this type of outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards.

Yosemite Fall Colors - Camping Hiking Stargazing

Camping and Hiking in the heart of Yosemite - Yosemite Valley. Limited spots available. Fall is one of my favorite times for visiting Yosemite and there are many reasons... * Fewer People * Cooler Hiking Weather * Beautiful Scenery For Photography * Clean Crisp Air * Peaceful campground and warm campfire on cool evenings * Please answer all questions when you RSVP, and I'll shortlist people for the lottery based on those who meet the prerequisites. Will reach out to shortlisted people with next steps. **Your spot is confirmed only after you confirm via Venmo/Zelle,** and there's no refund unless the trip is cancelled, so please commit accordingly. If someone can't confirm/pay within a couple of days, they will be back to No Go/WL. Same for anyone who hasn't provided the required level of details. * $45 - $60 pp for 2 nights (includes camping permit and firewood) * Prior camping experience is recommended * *\*\*Stay tuned for the Yosemite Firefall Camping event in February \*\** If your attendance is contingent on carpool or someone else's joining, just let me know in the RSVP answers. As always - respect the wilderness, LNT, and follow trail etiquette. Rain or shine :) If you don't know about the "Leave No Trace" principles, please look it up or this event is not suitable for you. Please carry 10 essentials:) INDEMNITY - This group, its organisers, event hosts, volunteers, or its members are not liable for any DUI, accidents or incidents at the venue or outside. By RSVPing or attending any event, you agree to WAIVE any LIABILITY. The hosts and organisers of this meetup group are indemnified for any actions taken within and outside this meetup group. They are not liable for any misuse, abuse, or misconduct by this group's members or anyone in the general public. Members are responsible for their own conduct within and outside this group

Strawberry Peak, the harder way

Want to move (slightly) beyond just hiking into scrambling? Want to do something that I'm 99% sure no one else has done before (explained below)? Strawberry Peak is a good intro to clambering over rocks. I've done this about 5 times so I know the way. While this is called the "Mountaineer's Route", if you're fit and not that afraid of heights you can do this. See my writeup here: https://goalhiking.org/g/strawberry-peak-mountaineers-route You can find plenty of videos and reports online. Bear in mind this is NOT the route that starts at Red Box. We'll return that way, but we'll start at Colby Canyon. We'll hike at a slow to moderate pace. So, what's the new thing no one (or almost no one) has done before? I might actually bring my bike (which I'll expect you to pass up to me at key points). You can bring your bike too. I have trouble seeing anyone else crazy enough to carry their bike up this so they can bike down. As usual, anyone who signs up goes on a waiting list. To get off it, leave a comment or send me a DM.

San Francisco Stairs

Mid-San Francisco multi-peak loop Fantastic views, mosaic tile staircases, and wonderful neighborhoods and architecture! **Distance:** 8 miles **Elevation:** \~2000 ft Must not be averse to climbing stairs! This hike will be limited to 16 hikers, due to many street crossings. We'll meet at 9 a.m. at the starting and ending points of the hike, which is at the JP Murphy Playground, on 9th Avenue in between Ortega and Pacheco (different spot than last year). **Hike Description** From the starting point, we'll make our way towards our first peak at Grandview Park. Then proceed to the top of Mount Sutro. From there we will go up to the Twin Peaks panoramic observation area and climb both peaks. Next we'll proceed south-west to the top of Mount Davidson, and then back to our starting point. We'll stop for a picnic lunch along the way. Also, after the hike you could seek out a restaurant in the neighborhood nearby. There are restrooms at the starting point, and there are restrooms at two other points along the hike. Eleanor found an [article about the artists](https://brokeassstuart.com/2022/05/06/the-artist-behind-sfs-hidden-mosaic-staircases-revealed/) who have created some of these wonderful tiled staircases.

Yosemite Fall Colors - Camping n Hiking

Camping and Hiking in the heart of Yosemite - Yosemite Valley. Limited spots available. Fall is one of my favorite times for visiting Yosemite and there are many reasons - * Fewer People * Cooler Hiking Weather * Beautiful Scenery For Photography * Clean Crisp Air * Peaceful campground and warm campfire on cool evenings 1. RSVP on this page doesn't count :) **If you are interested in joining, [RSVP here](https://www.meetup.com/last-minute-backpackers/events/317183020/) (at the link given below) and answer the questions** https://www.meetup.com/last-minute-backpackers/events/317183020/

Mt Tam Quad 4 hike: West Point Inn

Join docent Caryn Lowe for an interpretive hike to West Point Inn - a living, working, gas-lit inn built long ago when steam trains once climbed the mountain. The railroad is gone now, but the Inn remains a haven for hikers and a monument to the rich historic heritage of the region. There will be a 30 minute break at the Inn to learn about its history and take in the sweeping panoramic view of the bays and ocean from the front porch. HIKE ROUTE Start at Bootjack Parking Lot; Old Mine Trail to Mountain Theater; Rock Spring Trail to West Point Inn; Nora to Matt Davis back to Bootjack Parking Lot Distance (mi): 4.5. Elevation Gain (ft): 800. Moderate pace. There is a $8 parking fee at Bootjack. Options for paying: (1) Exact change at Bootjack, (2) Use QR code (requires cellular reception) to pay with credit card, (3) Ranger station at Pantoll has both change and wifi. This hike is part of the "Quad 4 hikes" - four epic hikes that start/end at the Pantoll Campground (and can be adapted to start from Bootjack). Together they are 21 miles with 4,300 feet of elevation. Individually they are 4.5 – 6.5 miles long with 500 – 1,500 of elevation. Upon completing all 4 hikes, you will receive a badge of Honor. [https://www.friendsofmttam.org/wp-content/uploads/PanToll-Quad-Brochure-03022021.pdf](https://www.friendsofmttam.org/wp-content/uploads/PanToll-Quad-Brochure-03022021.pdf)

Smackdown Loop Hike- Berkeley

BKB® Hike: 11/8 - Sweeney Ridge, Baquiano and Mori Ridge Trail

San Francisco Roundabout Trail Part 2 of 3

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