Easy Hike @ Huddart Park (Woodside)!
Details
Let's do a beginner friendly hike in Huddart Park. We will follow the Crystal Springs and Campground trail. It's a 3.1 mile loop with 500 ft elevation change. The route follows a dirt path through towering forest, passing by creeks and over wooden bridges.
After the hike, we will head to Redwood Grill for an optional lunch / drinks.
The trailhead has parking (paid), a water refill station, a playground, and restrooms.
It's a paid parking, carpool is recommended.
Parking and meeting point: $6 parking, please bring cash
We will meet at Zwierlein Parking Lot.
Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7JwKWBq1ZCdntXxo9
Restrooms: In parking lot.
Exposure: mix
Dogs: Not allowed
Things to bring:
- Sturdy close toe shoes
- 1L Water
- Sunscreen
Intended Hiking route:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/crystal-springs-and-campground-trail
Hiking Pace: Moderate ~2.0 m/h
Attention: Pls arrive at least 15 minutes early to secure parking spot, and use the coordinates or the Pin in the map as driving guide
Carpooling is highly recommended. If you are interested in carpooling either as a driver or rider, it's ok to post a comment.
Cancellation: Hike will be cancelled if there is heavy rain.
Disclaimer:
Joining any of our hikes is voluntary and there may be some risks associated with this physical activity. It is each hiker's responsibility to ensure that she/he is physically fit and in good health to participate in hiking activities ; and you also have agreed ( for you and your guests) to the Meetup Usage and Content Policies: Rules for Using Meetup located here: https://help.meetup.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002897532-Usage-and-Content-Policies-Rules-for-Using-Meetup
Hikers need to be prepared with the appropriate water, food or lunch, layers clothes, sturdy hiking shoes , hiking poles, and first aid supplies. Hike hosts make no warranties about the quality, safety, or supervision of these activities. Hiking organizers/ hosts are not professionals in this field and may occasionally get lost which will extend the time period for the hike. Hikers are ok to go ahead of leader, but wait at trails intersection and maintain visible distance between other hikers.
Liability Waiver:
By signing for the hiking event, you hereby release it's organizers, hosts, and all participants from any and all liabilities, 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 acknowledging the requirements, the possible risks and are taking responsibility for your own health and safety issues. And Safety matters!