Easy Hikes San Francisco

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!

Wednesday Hike

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. ####

Dias Ridge Hike

From the Dias Ridge Trailhead, we will go down sunny Dias Ridge to the Pelican Inn. We will take a snack / restroom break at Muir Beach. A short roadside walk from Myir Beach takes us to Redwood Creek Trail for the shadier trip back up the mountain. Docent Franklin Young will lead this hike of about 6 miles, 1000 feet, a moderate walk at a moderate pace. Hike docents have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP). Meeting Place: Panaramic @ Dias Ridge Trailhead (see map) Start time: 9AM Return: 1PM Trails: Dias Ridge, Redwood Creek Recommended: water, sturdy shoes, hiking poles, snack Note: snack & restroom break at Muir Beach Cancellations: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Alerts will be provided via Meetup and notification also on Facebook. Parking: We strongly recommend carpooling, if possible. Arrive 15 minutes early to deal with limited parking Protection: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant. Sunscreen and layers for temperature changes, weather variability, fog condensation.

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.

💚Green Exercise Hike 🥾Beautiful Mori Point🌷Ocean View 🌊Social Dinner 🍽️

**Hello Ocean Lovers!** Ready to trade the treadmill for ocean breezes? 🌊 Let’s gather for a 💚“green exercise” wellness Hike, Rock climbing/hiking/walking at the Rockaway Beach🏖️ to the scenic Mori Point Trail! Fresh sea air, breathtaking views, and the soothing sounds of the waves await.🌞 Come make new friends, recharge your body, and let the healing magic of the ocean lift your spirit. Because nothing beats a little seaside therapy for our physical health and mental well-being! 😇 Rockaway Beach is located Pacifica, CA that offers scenic views. "This is a great place to hike and to enjoy the great views of the Pacifica coastline. There are trails that hug the coastline climb up to the hilltop for panoramic views." MORI POINT Spectacular 360 degrees ocean view. This place has a lot of that here. And most of all, it also has an impeccable view of the sunset. Take advantage of the free sunset show only at Mori Point. ROCKAWAY BEACH Watch the sun drop below the horizon at Rockaway Beach. This hidden gem in the Pacifica is a sight to behold. You can learn surfing while waiting for the sun to set or enjoy your afternoon snack at a nearby restaurant while waiting for the sun to KISS the OCEAN. 💚 Support Our Group! Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. Thank you for being prepared and supportive 🌿 Our hikes, dinners, and events run thanks to member support. A small contribution is appreciated to help keep our wellness community active and fun! Thank you for helping us make every event special! **\*Requested contribution** suggested amount $5-$20 to keep the club going! **​Dr. Heidi will ask for the contribution during event check-in.** Accepted in person. Your support helps cover the many behind-the-scenes efforts that make these events possible, including route scouting, Meetup platform fees, permits, communication with park staff and members, and planning hikes, dinners, and road trips... This community exists because of the support and kindness of its members. **The organizer reserves the right to ask a participant to depart!** If they refuse to contribute or follow event guidelines. This ensures our community remains a positive and respectful space for everyone. Thank you for helping keep our wellness community positive, respectful, and active. 🌿 Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞 ⚠️ Please Read Before Joining: These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility. 👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining. Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites. 🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh Ocean air, and meaningful connections. ⏰**Meet time: 1pm** 🥾**Hike time** ⏰**1:30pm** Meet by beach parking lot near the big rocks 📍GPS: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fJnCgTYjDQadaEzo7 📍Address: Parking lot, 651 San Marlo Way, Pacifica, CA 94044 Level: Moderate + Challenging! **Steep and Rocky trails!** Several Steep Hills climbs... Total Distance: 5-6 miles Hiking Time: 2.5-3 hours Elevation: 800 ft Route: Loop Parking: Free Dogs: No! Exposure: Sun Views: Amazingly Beautiful 🎒 *Bring good vibes*🌿 ✅**Smiles for miles**😊 ✅Water, Snacks, ​Sunscreens, Hiking Poles ✅ **Wear Sturdy Hiking Shoes** Near Ocean can be windy and/or foggy, so wear layers ✅​Your camera/phone for some incredible photos ✅​A fantastic, positive attitude! 🚗**Encouraging carpooling** if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not on the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/0mwp6k Optional: Sunset time hanging out After hiking the social dinner place TBD... \*We are an intermediate hiking group. Please be ready to keep up hiking with us from 5-6 miles without any health issues. If you don't workout, afraid high, steepest hill climbs mountains, unable to hiking minimum 5 miles regularly, this event is not a good fit for you. **\*LIABILITY WAIVER**: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, 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 agree to full responsibility for your own health issues. **\*DISCLAIMER:** By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability. **\*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK**. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment. **\*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary!** The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk. **\*DO NOT ATTEND** if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system. If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time when you sign up for our event. For everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5-6 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to this hiking event. \*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation! I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together. Yours in good health! 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Beaver Moon Hike - Hawk Hill (7 miles, 1500' elev gain)

Thanksgiving Day: Instead of a Turkey Trot, Take a Hike!

Join Docent Debra Hoitomt for this guided hike. This hike will have some very nice ocean views, weather permitting. It is considered a "moderate" hike. There is sustained climbing on Bolinas Ridge and Cataract. Trails: Matt Davis, Bolinas Ridge Trail, Cataract Creek, Old Mine 6 miles / 1000 feet elevation gain Sign up is required CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Meetup or Facebook for updates: [https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam](https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam) PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking and pay parking fees. Pantoll parking requires an $8 fee. WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources. FOOD: There will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks. PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant. Sunscreen or sun coverup recommended. STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended. HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP). This hike is part of the "Quad 4 hikes" - four epic hikes that start/end at the Pantoll Campground. 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)

5-mile Berkeley stairs hike & UC Berkeley campus (Berkeley) #PAC12

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.

Sunday 9a Walk McLaughlin Eastshore Park at the Berkeley Marina

Please arrive a bit early as we leave promptly at 9:00a. This is a 70 minute mostly level loop with options (some return halfway). We meet at the entrance gate on Marina Blvd (see map). Reminder: no dogs. Questions? Please call or email Mark: 510-684-4092 mhe943-meetup@yahoo.com Optional: arrive early for unsupervised stretching.

Join Steve Schreibman and Linda Kumataka for an easy 1A hike