O: CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK SUNSET HIKE FROM THE TOP HIKE

Moderate paced, 6- 8 mile r/t, about 1000 ft gain.

Enjoy sunset views of Catalina and the Pacific coast as we descend and ascend ridges.
We will be enjoying one of the many trail loops that this park has to offer.
Meet in front of restrooms at Coastal Peak Park near Corner of East Coastal Peak and Ridge Park Road, Newport Coast.
Bring snacks, flashlight, hiking boots, 2 quarts water, and $$ for optional dinner,
Basic directions: take Newport Coast DR., to Ridge Park RD., follow it to Coastal Peak Park, turn right on to E. Coastal Peak, park in the parking lot or on the street.
20403 East Coastal Peak, Newport Beach, CA.
Level: Moderate

Liability Waiver / Participation Agreement
These are Sierra Club sponsored hikes, you will be asked to sign the Sierra Club waiver. The leader sets the pace, if hike too fast or too slow, you may just sign out. For more information,OCSS web link Saves time at the trailhead. sign-in Crystal Cove 7-6

State & County policy on dogs: Dogs are prohibited from backcountry trails and the beaches for the following reasons:
1.To Protect Park Resources
-Dogs are predators by nature, and their presence or lingering scent will disturb and frighten wildlife nearby. Dogs can transmit diseases and parasites to native animals. Dogs that run loose or become lost often harass or kill park wildlife.
2.For the Safety and Enjoyment of Others
– Some people are intimidated by dogs, even friendly ones. Dogs reduce the amount of wildlife that hikers are likely to see. Also, dog waste along trails and on the beach is a nuisance to encounter and may contaminate the local water supply.
3.To Prevent Problems for You and Your Dog
– Dogs in wild areas can be bitten by rattlesnakes or other wildlife they happen to startle. Dogs frequently pick up ticks and are sometimes injured by toxic or thorny plants. If your dog comes in contact with poison oak, it can easily transfer the irritating oil to your skin. An unleashed dog can suffer painful or sometimes fatal falls. Park regulations, common courtesy, and good judgment all require that you take special care when bringing your pet to a natural area.