Challenging Hikes San Francisco

Wednesday Hike

We'll be going back to hiking on Wednesday. We'll meet in the meadow by the Canyon Meadow parking lot. Our hike will start at 3, and is planned to end at about 5, though the exact time will depend on the speed of the group. The address for the [Redwood Gate](https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fg%2F1v9gvp_d) entrance to [Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park](https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fm%2F0gwhb9) is **[7867 Redwood Rd, Oakland, CA 94619](https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fg%2F1v9gvp_d)**. Canyon meadow is the fourth and final parking lot after the turnoff from Redwood road. The park district has not been charging an entry or parking fee for several years now at Redwood Park. Please make sure no valuables are left or visible in the car to prevent break-in. At 3:00 pm we will start with meet and greet; and each person gets to share 2-3 things that made them happy this week. Please be on time and get to know your new friends during the hike. Depending on the group we will go fast or slow, about 4 to 5 miles and up to about 500 feet of elevation gain, with Route to be determined on day of the hike. The hike is scheduled for 2 hours and I will try to get us back by then, though occasionally and depending on the group we may be back a little earlier or later. Please make sure to bring enough water and clothes and respect for everyone and nature. Doggie friends are not currently part of the hike. Please be considerate when RSVP’ing and update in advance if you cannot make it so others on the waitlist can join if given enough notice. No shows will be marked if there’s no valid reason, and more than 2 no shows will have you removed from the group. Thank you for your understanding. Some trail sections are steep and or slippery. Hiking shoes or boots, and poles if you use them, are recommended. Participants assume responsibility for their own safety. If you enjoy the hike and are able to, please consider donating for meetup organizer's subscription fee. ####

Quietly Queer Chill(y) Hike

Hey new and familiar Quietly Queer folx! Join us for a Sunday trail walk! This time, we're heading to **Nimitz Way in Tilden Regional Park**, one of the East Bay's beautiful ridge trails. The trail is paved and generally considered accessible, with relatively gentle grades and expansive views of the Bay Area and surrounding hills. *If you have specific mobility needs or accessibility questions, feel free to reach out beforehand so we can help you determine whether the route is a good fit.* Be sure to dress warmly! It's a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors without having to commit to a strenuous hike. We'll take our time, enjoy the scenery, and get some fresh air together! As always, this is a come-as-you-are gathering. There's no pressure to keep up with anyone, no forced introductions, and no expectation to be "on" socially. Whether you're coming to meet new people, catch up with familiar faces, enjoy the outdoors, or simply get out of the house for a bit, you're welcome here! 🗓 **Date & Time:** Sunday, November 15, 11AM 📍 **Location:** Meet at Inspiration Point 💡 **Vibe:** Relaxed, friendly, outdoorsy, and community-focused. All ages are welcome. **👟 A few things to bring:** Comfortable walking shoes, water, and a light jacket or extra layer. The ridge can get breezy, so it's worth being prepared! We'll walk at a comfortable pace and can decide as a group how far we'd like to go before turning back. No need to commit to a long hike! I'll be wearing my usual Pride neckerchief, so I'll be easy to spot. Feel free to DM me or post on the discussion board if you have trouble finding us. See you there!

Ride and Hike

Black Friday Opt Outside hike at Tilden (4.5 miles)

Skip the mindless consumerism and join other east bay millenials for a hike in Black Friday. Please arrive a few minutes before 12:00PM. We will start the hike shortly after 12:00PM. We'll do our best to hike as a group, but I'd recommend downloading an offline map of the area on Google Maps on your phone just in case you happen to get separated.

Please bring:
• Water bottle
• Charged phone
• Snacks!!
• Hiking / athletic clothes and shoes
• Sunscreen

Please only attend this event if you feel like you are in shape to walk 5 miles with hills. If you have any health conditions that prevent you from exercising, this might not be the best event for you.

The East Bay Hiking Club welcomes people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, races, ethnicities, nationalities, religions, or other identity. We do our best to create an inclusive and open minded environment.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

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By attending the event, you agree that you understand the risks involved in outdoor activities and take full ownership for your safety and assume all risks inherent in attending the event. You also release the event organizer and all event participants from any responsibility for your safety.

Bear Valley to Coastal Trail Hiking

**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DHbwKJH7NdV2KqDs3BO7Q2](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DHbwKJH7NdV2KqDs3BO7Q2) **Check group chat description or DM Nick in group chat to signup carpool or drive. Make sure you signup carpool or drive before you show up.** The Bear Valley to Coastal Trail hike in Point Reyes National Seashore is a scenic, well-maintained trek that guides you from deep forest canopies out to the Pacific Ocean bluffs. Key Trail Specifications * **Distance:** \~9.2 miles round-trip (standard out-and-back from the visitor center to the coast) * **Difficulty:** Moderate (mostly flat, wide fire road turning into a gentle coastal path) * **Elevation Gain:** 738 ft * **Time to Complete:** About 3.5 to 4 hours * **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. Split bill if any other expense is exist. **Liability** * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. * You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. * All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

San Francisco’s 49 Hills Challenge — Walk 2: Pacific Heights to the Richmond

Seven Hills. One Epic Urban Adventure! Our journey across San Francisco’s 49 hills continues! After completing our first walk through Nob Hill, Russian Hill, and Telegraph Hill, we’re heading west to discover seven more of San Francisco’s remarkable summits. This adventure takes us from the elegant streets of Pacific Heights into the wooded trails of the Presidio, then west to Lincoln Park and the Richmond District. Along the way, we’ll experience stunning views, fascinating history, hidden corners, beautiful architecture, and some serious hill climbing! Our seven hills: 1. Lafayette Heights 1. Pacific Heights / Cannon Hill 1. Laurel Hill 1. Presidio Hill 1. Rob Hill 1. Lincoln Heights 1. Washington Heights The details * Distance: Approximately 7–9 miles (subject to final route scouting) * Difficulty: Moderate to strenuous, with substantial hills * Duration: Approximately 4–5 hours * Starting point: Lafayette Square, San Francisco * Finish: Washington Heights, near 30th Avenue and Anza Street * Route: Point-to-point, with public transportation options near the finish What to bring Comfortable walking shoes with good traction, plenty of water, snacks or lunch, and layers for changing San Francisco weather. Trekking poles are optional. We’ll be walking on city sidewalks, park paths, and sections of unpaved trails. Please be comfortable walking several miles and climbing hills.

Oakland Mushroom Hike

*Everyone is welcome, even if the event is “full” on Meetup - Also, please make the move to Heylo! Heylo is like Meetup, but it allows us to post more events every month, so don't miss out - look up Vallejo Hike Club on Heylo!* **Oakland Mushroom Hike** Our big hike of the month is mushroom hunting 🍄‍🟫🍄‍🟫🍄‍🟫🍄🍄🍄!!!! We’ll be checking out some mushrooms (no eating!) after the first fall rains. This is a no-picking park and hike, so we'll just be observing and (hopefully) identifying. Fingers crossed for some fun finds! The hike will be 2.5-3 miles and we'll be going slow so as to spot mushrooms! Dogs are welcome, truffle-dogs even more so. Interested in carpooling? Message us! **Welcome to Vallejo Hike Club** Let's get outside! We're building a community of Vallejoans who take pride in our amazing natural spaces. Join us as we explore Vallejo's most popular, and best hidden, hiking areas. We aim to make this a family and senior friendly space, so please bring the whole family. We also hope to grow this into all sorts of wonderful events, from bird watching to plein air painting lessons to sunset strolls. *Do you have an idea for a hike or are you interested in participating as a guide? Reach out!* **Details:** **⏰** 9:00am 📏 2.5-3 miles, elevation of \~450ft 📶 Level: Moderate 🐕 Yes dogs allowed 📍 Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, 8490 Skyline Blvd, Oakland 🅿️ Free parking **Bring:** * The basics: Water, bug spray

SPECIAL: Crystal Springs 8-mile docent-led hike (San Mateo)

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.

Join Kathy Fanning for a 2B hike from Dias Ridge, lodge overnights

Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping

Unreal hoodoos? Check. Slot canyons? Majestic overlooks? Check. All this and more (like heated tents with electricity) await you during our Women’s Hiking and Glamping in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon weekend adventure! **BRYCE CANYON HIKING AND BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CANYONEERING** Escape to prehistoric Utah where you’ll hike stupid-pretty trails in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park. Wade through the Virgin River below 1,500′ canyon walls in the Narrows. Spend an entire day exploring Bryce Canyon National Park. Ghost the tourists as you wander deep into orange hoodoos. Explore areas of Zion so remote, they can only be reached by rappelling, scrambling, and down-climbing on a beginner-friendly canyoneering route. **ZION NATIONAL PARK’S SCOUT LOOKOUT** Beastmaster up the West Rim Trail to Scout Lookout and enjoy some of the best views in Zion National Park. You’ll hike through Refrigerator Canyon, and shimmy up all 21 of Walters Wiggles to Scout Lookout with panoramic views of Zion Canyon and Virgin River. Afterward, dry your pits as you descend the trail to an easier hike around the scenic streams of Upper and Lower Emerald Pools. **GLAMPING** Every night you’ll rest your head in Insta-worthy glamping tents bordering Zion National Park. Kick it by the campfire under a diamond sky with goddesses who aren’t afraid to get dirty. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon) **Say Hello 👋** 💻 Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [hello@explorerchick.com](http://hello@explorerchick.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

Hawk Hill Kirby Cove and Battery Spencer Hiking

**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DHbwKJH7NdV2KqDs3BO7Q2](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DHbwKJH7NdV2KqDs3BO7Q2) **Check group chat description or DM Nick in group chat to signup carpool or drive. Make sure you signup carpool or drive before you show up.** The combined hike linking Hawk Hill, Battery Spencer, and Kirby Cove in the Marin Headlands Scenic Vistas is a classic coastal adventure in the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Trail Overview & Stats * **Difficulty:** Moderate * **Distance:** Around 5 miles (out-and-back or loop variations range from 3 to 5.75 miles) * **Elevation Gain:** Approximately 1,007 feet * **Time to Complete:** About 2.5 to 3 hours * **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. Split bill if any other expense is exist. **Liability** * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. * You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. * All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.