Presidio Crossover Loop Hike - 7.8 miles, 1000 ft elev

We will be doing a moderate level urban loop hike exploring the many different areas of the Presidio Park in San Francisco. The trek will involve ascending 1,000 feet over 7.8 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 planned route offers many unique views of the Presidio, including the Pacific coastline, Marshall’s Beach, the Golden Gate Bridge, the National Cemetery, military installations, artworks of Andy Goldsworthy, ecological trails, scenic overlooks, as well as the natural flora and fauna of the park.

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 in Mountain Lake Park Playground (at 12th Avenue and Lake Street) and depart promptly at 10:15 am. We begin the trek by heading northwest around Mountain Lake to the Cemetery Overlook Path. Continuing northwest, we will take in magnificent views of the Pacific ocean and Golden Gate Bridge as we navigate the steps of the Batteries to Bluffs trail. Next, we head southeast through Fort Winfield Scott, passing the National Cemetery overlook and the Goldworthy's Spire on our way to the Lower Ecology Trail. We will take a break at Paul Goode Field where we can enjoy lunch and conversation with our fellow hikers. There is a good restroom here as well. Afterwards, we will continue to the eastern edge of the park to hike along Goldworthy's Wood Line art installation and the historic Lovers Lane that once connected members of the military with their loved ones. Finally, we turn south to hike along the Upper Ecology Trail and then west along the Mountain Lake Trail to our starting point at Mountain Lake Playground.

Bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch. Dress for the weather.

Information
AllTrails Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-0987b8b--30?u=i
Level: Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour.
Total Distance: 7.8 miles.
Elevation Gain: 1,000 feet (includes ascending some steps).
Hiking Time: 3.5 hours (plus stops).
Pets: Although dogs are allowed in most areas of the Presidio, they are not permitted on the Batteries to Bluffs portion of this hike.
Restrooms: At Mountain Lake Playground (mile 0.0), Fort Winfield Scott (mile 2.5), Paul Goode Field (mile 4.5), and Mountain Lake Playground (mile 7.8).

Directions
The meeting spot is at the Mountain Lake Park Playground (by the restroom) at 12th Avenue and Lake Street.

• To/from Mountain Lake Playground: The 38/38R Bus stops three blocks south on Geary Blvd, and the 1 Bus stops one block south on California St.
• Street parking is freely available near Mountain Lake Park Playground on weekends.

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.