Mission - Corona Heights - Buena Vista Hike - 7.5 miles, 1,400 ft elev

We will be doing a moderately strenuous urban loop hike starting from Mission Dolores Park in San Francisco. The trek will involve ascending 1,400 feet via staircases and steep paths over 7.5 miles. This hike is for INTERMEDIATE HIKERS only. There will not be a sweep, so you will be responsible for keeping up with the group. The route will offer magnificent views of the city as we wind up and over five hills: Corona Heights, Kite Hill, Tank Hill, Mount Olympus, and Buena Vista Heights. We will end the hike near a bar/restaurant in the Mission (close to the starting point, probably Southern Pacific Brewery) where we can get food and drinks.

THIS EVENT HAS A WAITLIST. DO NOT SHOW UP FOR IT UNLESS YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN EMAIL SAYING YOU CAN ATTEND. NO CRASHERS AND NO PLUS ONES ARE PERMITTED.

We meet at 10:00 am outside the restroom at the northwest corner of Mission Dolores Park (near 18th and Church Streets) and depart promptly at 10:15 am. We begin the trek by heading northwest to go up and over Corona Heights (518’) via the De Forest Way steps. Next, we head south to climb Kite Hill (548’) and Tank Hill (591’), ascending the Vulcan Stairway, Iron Alley steps, and Pemberton Place steps along the way. Continuing north we head to Grattan Park where we will take a break for food and the restroom. From there we head east to ascend Mount Olympus (561’) via the Monument Way steps and then over to explore Buena Vista Park (568’). The journey will end back at the starting point at Mission Dolores Park. From there we will walk to Southern Pacific Brewery at 19th Street and Treat Avenue.

Bring plenty of water, snacks and/or lunch if you plan to eat at Grattan Park.

Information
AllTrails Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/mi-ch-bv-mi-0747b9b
Level: Moderately Strenuous. Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour.
Total Distance: 7.5 mile loop
Elevation Gain: 1,400 feet (includes ascending steps).
Hiking Time: 3.5 hours plus stops
Pets: Dogs are welcome to come on this hike.
Restrooms: At Mission Dolores Park (mile 0.0 and mile 6.7), Grattan Park (mile 3.6).

Directions
The meeting spot is outside the restroom in Mission Dolores Park, near the park entrance at 18th and Church Streets.

• From the 16 St BART Station at 16th and Mission Streets: Walk south from 16th Street to 18th Street and turn right. Proceed about 0.4 miles to Church Street.
• From the 14R Bus Stop at 20th and Mission Streets: Walk north to 18th Street, turn left and walk about 0.4 miles to Church Street.
• From the J Bus Stop at 18th and Church Street: The stop is right by the meeting spot.

Parking
Street parking is available at the starting/ending point without restriction on weekends. On weekdays street parking in the area is subject to a 2 hour time limit. You can find paid parking at lots such as, 6th and Hoff Garage (42 Hoff St) and California Parking (2351 Mission St).

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.